Then Sings My Soul - Cries Of The Heart From The PsalmsVoorbeeld

Psalm 48:9 

We have pondered Your loyal love, O God, in the midst of Your temple.

Words can’t begin to express or contain all that You are, oh God! You’ve placed the utmost importance upon being known so that when we recognize Your presence with us and reflect upon who You are, we find unparalleled joy. The safety and security of Your presence, reassures and empowers us to face anything and everything. Any attempt by others to breach the walls of Your protection is futile. When those who oppose You witness Your power, they are rendered speechless…awestruck. All of the things they value and take pride in crumble before their eyes. But Your loyal, unbreakable commitment of love for Your people is permanent and foundational forever. Help us to live life with You so that we get to know You so well that we can show younger generations who You are. You are the only One we will follow until the end of our days.

Application: How are you pondering God’s loyal love?

How would it feel to have a friend who loves you no matter what you might say or do? A friend who’s got your back when you fail and doesn’t let up when defending you? A friend who protects you from anything and everything that isn’t in your best interest and is dedicated to giving you all that is? Feeling cut off from close friends increases our loneliness and sense of loss. We are hungry for love! God’s loyal love for us is unconditional, unbreakable and unending. Do you need a hug today? What might it look like for you to let the arms of God stay wrapped around you? How will you live today as one deeply loved?

Kids tip: Ask your kids to share about some of the times they’ve felt loved. How do they know you love them? How do they know God loves them? Have them draw a red heart on the top of their hand with a washable marker. Each time a family member notices another family member’s heart throughout the day, give that person a hug and say, “I love you and God loves you.” At the end of the day, ask the kids how it felt to be reminded of that all day long. 

Song Suggestion: How He Loves – John Mark McMillan