For most of my primary school years, the morning routine was the same. When we arrived at school, Dad said, “Have a great day! I love you!” and all I said was “Bye.” I wasn’t angry with him or ignoring him. I was just so wrapped up in my own thoughts that I didn’t really listen to him. But that didn’t put my dad off loving me—and saying so!

God’s love keeps going as well. Forever! The original Hebrew word for this kind of unending love: hesed. It’s used over and over again in the Old Testament—and twenty-six times in Psalm 136! Hesed is a love based on an unbreakable commitment; love that is loyal and faithful. Even when God’s people sinned, He kept on loving them. (EX. 34:6).

When I was a child, I sometimes took my dad’s love for granted. Sometimes now I do the same thing with God. I forget to listen to Him and talk with Him. I forget to be thankful. But I know God’s love for me remains the same—and that fact gives me joy, peace and confidence for each day.

By: Amy Peterson

To Pray About . . .

God, even when we mess up, go the wrong way or take You for granted, You are faithful. Thank You for loving us.