Isaiah 49:15 Can a mother forget the baby at her breast
and have no compassion on the child she has borne?
Though she may forget,
I will not forget you!
I recently had the honor of being asked to take a series of photographs of our closest friends' one-year old son. As I read today's verse I was reminded of just how attentive to his needs they were during the time in the park and of the other stories they have related about all they have done for Alexander over the past 12 months.
His every need has been addressed. Clothes, food, toys, shelter, companionship. His parents have made sure his needs were me and none of this was done begrudgingly. The look on Phil and Amanda's faces when they look at or talk about Xander is one of love and joy. They provide for him because they love him.
Isaiah reminds Christians that God's love for His children is even greater than that of a nursing mother for her child. While it may be possible for a mother to neglect or abandon her child, God assures us that He will not forget us. No matter the circumstances God remains intimately concerned with our welfare. During times of little and times of much, God's awareness of and involvement in our lives is constant and perfect.
What peace and assurance to know the depth of love and concern God has for His children!
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