God is our Father - I

Gazing up at the endless expanse of the universe, we see a vast network of stars and planets, all arranged with a meticulous precision that defies randomness. This intricate cosmos is not a product of chance but rather a creation of our Father, who fashioned the moon, the sun, and the stars. He brought order and life to this world, filling the air and water with living creatures and adorning the hills and plains with diverse forms of animal life. He gifted us with the changing seasons, seedtime and harvest, day and night.

Our Father also created the people and circumstances in our lives, including our bosses, teachers, and enemies. The riches we seek belong to Him, for He made the gold and silver. As Isaiah 64:8 reminds us, we are the clay, and God is the potter. He fashioned all things for His glory, and through us, He expresses His divine will.

Therefore, we need not fear or worry, for we are God's children, loved by Him beyond measure. As 1 John 3:1 declares, "See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!" Our Father is perfect in love, wisdom, care, and concern for us. He knows us intimately and desires our happiness, health, success, and prosperity. We need only see Him as our Father and depend on Him as His beloved child. This brings Him great joy.

PRAYER: “Father Almighty, You are my redemption and my Father; direct my life by Your gracious presence, and watch over my path with Your guiding love; and help me fix my heart on You forever. Help me see You each day as my loving Father, so I will not live like an orphan. I acknowledge that You love me as a son and You will provide all my needs in Jesus name. Amen”

BIBLE READING: MARK 13:1-13, 2 COR 11:1-15, PSALMS 106:1-23, 1 SAMUEL 26-28