Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Scripture

“As a father has compassion for his children, so the Lord has compassion for those who fear him.” Psalm 103:11

Reflections

What is the love of God like?

Think of the relationship between a parent and a child.  Children grow within a household.  They are a tremendous joy to the parents.  At the same time, they perfect the art of getting under their parents’ skin.  They know exactly which buttons to push and when.  They act out in frustration and anger at times, doing things they know they shouldn’t.  When they get older, they may look back in wonder and think, “It’s amazing they still claim me.”

Children have no idea how much their parents love them.  That is, until they become parents themselves.  Parents know that their children have their moments.  Still, they love them more than words can describe.  When the child goes through a difficult time, so does the parent.  When the child is doing well, the parent feels that as well.

This is just a glimpse of what the love of God is like.  If earthly parents can love unconditionally, how much more does our heavenly Father love us!  When we do well, our heavenly Father rejoices.  When we are not doing well, his heart sinks.

We are claimed and loved, regardless.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for your unfathomable love for me.  Mold my heart in order that I might be a vessel of unconditional love this day.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 103:1-13