The Eyes Of The Lord Are Upon Us

-June 11, 2022-

Good morning, happy Saturday,

“Behold, the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him, on those who hope in His mercy” (Psalm 33:18).

“The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry” (Psalm 34:15).

One of the most wonderful things is to know is that the eyes of the Lord are on us at all times, watching over us to protect and help us. No matter the dangers or difficulties, He has promised to never leave us nor forsake us. He loves us so much and provides for us. Psalm 121:3-4 says, “He will not allow your foot to be moved (or slip), He who keeps you will not slumber. Behold, He who keeps Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.”

The Lord is always open to our cries. He is never too busy for us, He always has time for us. He delights to hear and answer our prayers. He is our omnipresent help 24-7. He cares for us. We are His children, His saints, His people. When parents take their kids somewhere, they keep a watchful eye on each one of them and hold the hands of the young ones. God does that with each of us.

When Jesus was young, twelve years of age, His earthly parents lost sight of him, when they were in Jerusalem and thought He was with some their relatives who were on the trip with them. They had to go back and find Him in the temple speaking with the teachers of the law and asking them questions. God never loses sight of us day or night. Jesus said, “ Are not two sparrows sold for a copper coin? And not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father’s will. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows” (Matthew 10:29, 31).

When Lazarus was very sick, his two sisters, Mary and Martha sent word to Jesus, saying, “Lord, behold, he whom You love is sick” (John 11:3). None of God’s children escape His love and care. He knows where we are, what we are doing, and what our needs are, even before we pray. We should never feel uncomfortable that His eyes are watching us, rather it should be comforting and assuring.

The hymn writer Civilia D. Martin wrote, “Let not your heart be troubled, His tender word I hear, and resting on His goodness I lose all my doubt and fears; though by the path He leadeth but one step I may see; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me.” Let us rejoice that He watches over us daily with His tender heart of love and care.

Have a blessed day keeping our eyes on Jesus whose eyes are ever on us. Stay safe and healthy.

In His eternal love and care,

Dean