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Our Eternal Inheritance

Genesis 2:18 reveals an important truth about God’s design for humanity: we were created for community. In this devotional, Laura Bailey explores the beauty and difficulty of relationships, especially within Christian friendships and church communities. While human relationships can be messy, painful, and disappointing, God never intended believers to walk through life alone. From the very beginning, God established companionship and community as part of His good design for His people.

This devotional reminds Christians that although conflict, hurt, and misunderstanding are inevitable in relationships, isolation is not the answer. Throughout Scripture, from Adam and Eve to the early church in Acts, God consistently calls His people to worship, grow, encourage, and persevere together. Community strengthens faith, provides accountability, and reflects the love of Christ as believers extend grace and forgiveness to one another despite imperfections.

Highlights
God created people to live in relationship and community.
Genesis 2:18 shows that isolation was never part of God’s design.
Christian friendships and church relationships can sometimes be painful and messy.
Believers are called to extend grace, forgiveness, and reconciliation.
Community provides encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.
The early church thrived through worship and life together.
Walking away from Christian community is not God’s solution to hurt.

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Created for Community

By: Laura Bailey 

Bible Reading:
The Lord God said, 'It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.” - Genesis 2:18 NIV

I could tell by the slump in my daughter’s shoulders as she walked towards the car that something was wrong. The slamming of the vehicle door, accompanied by an aggressive sigh, confirmed my suspicions. While it is not unusual for my middle school daughter to offer little to our conversation on our ride home, today, it was radio silent. 

As I turned into the driveway, I told her we weren't going inside until we talked about what was going on. “I am done with friends! I am better off alone!” she exclaimed. My momma’s heart immediately dropped. For many years, we avoided friendship drama, but I knew sooner or later it would weasel its way into our lives. As she regaled the events of the day, I nodded my head in solidarity, held her in my arms, and tried to offer ( to no avail, raising a middle school daughter is tough!) words of comfort. 

Holding back tears, she asked, “Mom, why would they act this way? They are supposed to be my friends, my Christian friends.” Whew – while the surface-level answer is not complicated to diagnose, the root cause of conflict is a bit harder to digest.

I think we’ve all been there. I am 40 years old, and I still ask the same question. Relationships are complicated, no matter what stage of life you're in.  The reality is that our relationships with other believers are, unfortunately, some of the most difficult. And, if I am honest, I’ve had the same sentiment as my daughter, “I don’t need these people, I am better off alone.” Especially when it comes to the church. 

Likely, you don’t need to be convinced of the messiness of worshiping with saints who act more like sinners. Like most things, it is easier for us to focus on the negative aspects of our churches than on the positives. During the season I mentioned above, while there were people in the church walls who caused me affliction, there were also members who brought me great joy, comfort, and encouragement. 

While I don’t excuse the harm caused by fellow Christians, I must also acknowledge that I’ve intentionally and unintentionally inflicted hurt on my church family, too. And just as I hoped they’d give me the opportunity for forgiveness and reconciliation, I need to do the same. As we say in the south, “don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater.” 

Simply put, mess and all, life is better together.

We see in Genesis 1 that God declares His creation “good” (Genesis 1:25). However, when He created man, He proclaims humanity is “very good” (Genesis 1:31). Humans are the climax of the creation story, the most cherished possession of the Lord. Created in God’s image, we are the reflection of our Creator, and it’s not just good, but very good. However, God looks at Adam's singleness and declares, “it is not good for man to be alone ( Genesis 2:18). What was God’s solution: a companion, an Ezer in the original Hebrew, a helpmate for Adam.

With Adam and Eve’s union, we see the first example of human community; however, the idea of living in a group is prevalent throughout Scripture, as exemplified by the Jewish Nation, a people set apart by God. (Exodus 19:3-6) While they had an individual responsibility to keep these commands, God is addressing the collective body of the Israelites. Think of it as a built-in accountability.  God wanted the Israelites to understand that they needed each other, not just to meet their physical needs, or make life easier, but to strengthen and encourage one another in the faith.

Then, in the New Testament, we see examples of early Christians gathered in community in Acts 2:1-4 and Acts 2:42-47. Christians gathered while the Spirit rested on them individually; corporately, they worshiped and praised the Lord. And the early church grew because of its strong ties to living in community and corporate worship.

As tempting as it might be to abandon corporate worship, walking away from community worship is not the answer. God created humans for community; we need each other. Let’s embrace the imperfect body of believers as we stand united in the perfectness of Christ.

Intersecting Faith & Life:

Have you experienced the messiness of human relationships? How does knowing God created you for community help you to forgive offenses and embrace imperfect people with grace and love?

Further Reading:

Hebrews 10:24-25

What Does the Bible Say About Love in Action?

Genesis 2:18 reveals an important truth about God&rsquo;s design for humanity: we were created for community. In this devotional, Laura Bailey explores the beauty and difficulty of relationships, especially within Christian friendships and church communities. While human relationships can be messy, painful, and disappointing, God never intended believers to walk through life alone. From the very beginning, God established companionship and community as part of His good design for His people.
This devotional reminds Christians that although conflict, hurt, and misunderstanding are inevitable in relationships, isolation is not the answer. Throughout Scripture, from Adam and Eve to the early church in Acts, God consistently calls His people to worship, grow, encourage, and persevere together. Community strengthens faith, provides accountability, and reflects the love of Christ as believers extend grace and forgiveness to one another despite imperfections.
Highlights
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<li data-section-id="1xiji3j" data-start="991" data-end="1050">God created people to live in relationship and community.</li>
<li data-section-id="sq5933" data-start="1051" data-end="1118">Genesis 2:18 shows that isolation was never part of God&rsquo;s design.</li>
<li data-section-id="rar8h1" data-start="1119" data-end="1203">Christian friendships and church relationships can sometimes be painful and messy.</li>
<li data-section-id="7cm4tk" data-start="1204" data-end="1276">Believers are called to extend grace, forgiveness, and reconciliation.</li>
<li data-section-id="rfocn4" data-start="1277" data-end="1350">Community provides encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.</li>
<li data-section-id="1ge9q93" data-start="1351" data-end="1412">The early church thrived through worship and life together.</li>
<li data-section-id="xvdet9" data-start="1413" data-end="1483">Walking away from Christian community is not God&rsquo;s solution to hurt.</li>
</ul>
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Created for Community
By: Laura Bailey&nbsp;
Bible Reading: The Lord God said, 'It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.&rdquo; - Genesis 2:18 NIV I could tell by the slump in my daughter&rsquo;s shoulders as she walked towards the car that something was wrong. The slamming of the vehicle door, accompanied by an aggressive sigh, confirmed my suspicions. While it is not unusual for my middle school daughter to offer little to our conversation on our ride home, today, it was radio silent.&nbsp;
As I turned into the driveway, I told her we weren't going inside until we talked about what was going on. &ldquo;I am done with friends! I am better off alone!&rdquo; she exclaimed. My momma&rsquo;s heart immediately dropped. For many years, we avoided friendship drama, but I knew sooner or later it would weasel its way into our lives. As she regaled the events of the day, I nodded my head in solidarity, held her in my arms, and tried to offer ( to no avail, raising a middle school daughter is tough!) words of comfort. Holding back tears, she asked, &ldquo;Mom, why would they act this way? They are supposed to be my friends, my Christian friends.&rdquo; Whew &ndash; while the surface-level answer is not complicated to diagnose, the root cause of conflict is a bit harder to digest.
I think we&rsquo;ve all been there. I am 40 years old, and I still ask the same question. Relationships are complicated, no matter what stage of life you're in.&nbsp; The reality is that our relationships with other believers are, unfortunately, some of the most difficult. And, if I am honest, I&rsquo;ve had the same sentiment as my daughter, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t need these people, I am better off alone.&rdquo; Especially when it comes to the church. Likely, you don&rsquo;t need to be convinced of the messiness of worshiping with saints who act more like sinners. Like most things, it is easier for us to focus on the negative aspects of our churches than on the positives. During the season I mentioned above, while there were people in the church walls who caused me affliction, there were also members who brought me great joy, comfort, and encouragement. While I don&rsquo;t excuse the harm caused by fellow Christians, I must also acknowledge that I&rsquo;ve intentionally and unintentionally inflicted hurt on my church family, too. And just as I hoped they&rsquo;d give me the opportunity for forgiveness and reconciliation, I need to do the same. As we say in the south, &ldquo;don&rsquo;t throw the baby out with the bathwater.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Simply put, mess and all, life is better together. We see in Genesis 1 that God declares His creation &ldquo;good&rdquo; (Genesis 1:25). However, when He created man, He proclaims humanity is &ldquo;very good&rdquo; (Genesis 1:31). Humans are the climax of the creation story, the most cherished possession of the Lord. Created in God&rsquo;s image, we are the reflection of our Creator, and it&rsquo;s not just good, but very good. However, God looks at Adam's singleness and declares, &ldquo;it is not good for man to be alone ( Genesis 2:18). What was God&rsquo;s solution: a companion, an Ezer in the original Hebrew, a helpmate for Adam.
With Adam and Eve&rsquo;s union, we see the first example of human community; however, the idea of living in a group is prevalent throughout Scripture, as exemplified by the Jewish Nation, a people set apart by God. (Exodus 19:3-6) While they had an individual responsibility to keep these commands, God is addressing the collective body of the Israelites. Think of it as a built-in accountability.&nbsp; God wanted the Israelites to understand that they needed each other, not just to meet their physical needs, or make life easier, but to strengthen and encourage one another in the faith.
Then, in the New Testament, we see examples of early Christians gathered in community in Acts 2:1-4 and Acts 2:42-47. Christians gathered while the Spirit rested on them individually; corporately, they worshiped and praised the Lord. And the early church grew because of its strong ties to living in community and corporate worship. As tempting as it might be to abandon corporate worship, walking away from community worship is not the answer. God created humans for community; we need each other. Let&rsquo;s embrace the imperfect body of believers as we stand united in the perfectness of Christ. Intersecting Faith &amp; Life: Have you experienced the messiness of human relationships? How does knowing God created you for community help you to forgive offenses and embrace imperfect people with grace and love? Further Reading:
Hebrews 10:24-25
<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/what-does-the-bible-say-about-love-in-action.html">What Does the Bible Say About Love in Action?</a>

Created for Community

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Romans 8:33-35 offers powerful reassurance that nothing can separate believers from the love of God through Jesus Christ. In this devotional, Vivian Bricker reflects on how struggles, suffering, illness, anxiety, and difficult seasons can sometimes make Christians question God’s love and presence. Yet Romans 8 reminds believers that God’s love is not dependent on circumstances. Even in hardship, Jesus is interceding for His people, and no trial, fear, or challenge can remove them from His care.

This devotional encourages Christians to remain grounded in Scripture and to continually return to God’s Word for truth and hope. While life in a fallen world includes pain and suffering, believers can trust that God has not abandoned them. His love remains constant through every battle, and His promises provide strength, comfort, and peace in seasons of uncertainty and struggle.

Highlights
Romans 8 declares that nothing can separate believers from God’s love.
Jesus Christ continually intercedes for His people.
Difficult seasons do not mean God has abandoned us.
Suffering and hardship are part of living in a fallen world.
Daily time in Scripture strengthens faith and renews perspective.
God’s love remains constant through illness, anxiety, and hardship.
Believers can find hope and security in God’s unchanging promises.

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Nothing Can Separate Us from God
By Vivian Bricker 

Bible Reading:
“Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?” (Romans 8:33-35). 

Romans 8 is one of my favorite chapters of the Bible because it speaks to God’s love for us. Whenever I'm struggling to know my worth, I turn to Romans 8, and it helps me feel more optimistic. There is power in the Word of God, and it can change our entire lives. However, these changes will not occur unless we read the Bible every day. 

This is why it is important for us to spend time in the Word daily. It is not enough to only listen to the Bible on Sunday mornings. Having a relationship with Jesus means we study the Bible each day, talk with Him in prayer, and apply His teachings in our lives. By doing these things, Christ will disciple us, and we will grow in our relationship with Him. 

Over the past year, I have often wondered whether God truly loves me. I see everyone else living joyful lives while I am struggling every day. My brain reasons that if God did love and care about me, I would be in a better situation than I am right now. I wouldn't have numerous medical health issues, mental health struggles, financial issues, or constant worries about the future. Once I sat down and surrendered everything to the Lord, I was led once again back to Romans 8. This chapter brought me back to a true understanding of God and who He is, rather than what my brain had created Him to be. God is not picking on me, nor is He causing these terrible things to happen. Instead, all the issues I'm having are just part of living in a fallen world. 

Rather than believing the lie that life will always be full of pain, grief, and sorrow, God has helped me to see that better things are coming. Even if these things don't happen overnight, they will come in the future. 

Intersecting Faith & Life:

The Apostle Paul tells us, “Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?” (Romans 8:33-35). 

Paul tells us plainly in this passage that God is the One who justifies, and nobody can condemn us because we belong to Him. Jesus died for us to live, and He is constantly interceding for us. Nothing in all creation or any trouble can separate us from the love of Christ. Paul mentions that hardship, persecution, famine, nakedness, danger, and sword will not separate us from the love of Christ. 

This tells us that our present season of suffering does not separate us from the love of Christ. Our physical illnesses, mental illnesses, and life challenges are nothing compared to the love of God. God knows these struggles exist in this world, but He will never leave us to face them alone. We are always on God’s mind, and He is always surrounding us with His love, care, and protection. Try to start noticing the little ways His love is shining through in your life.

Have you ever felt your troubles have separated you from God? Why did you think this? 

How does it feel to know that nothing can separate us from the love of God? 

What are some ways you remind yourself of God’s love when times are hard? 

Further Reading:

Romans 8:36-39

Psalm 23:1-6

Psalm 86:15

Romans 8:33-35 offers powerful reassurance that nothing can separate believers from the love of God through Jesus Christ. In this devotional, Vivian Bricker reflects on how struggles, suffering, illness, anxiety, and difficult seasons can sometimes make Christians question God&rsquo;s love and presence. Yet Romans 8 reminds believers that God&rsquo;s love is not dependent on circumstances. Even in hardship, Jesus is interceding for His people, and no trial, fear, or challenge can remove them from His care.
This devotional encourages Christians to remain grounded in Scripture and to continually return to God&rsquo;s Word for truth and hope. While life in a fallen world includes pain and suffering, believers can trust that God has not abandoned them. His love remains constant through every battle, and His promises provide strength, comfort, and peace in seasons of uncertainty and struggle.
Highlights
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<li data-section-id="1c3ynf5" data-start="913" data-end="985">Romans 8 declares that nothing can separate believers from God&rsquo;s love.</li>
<li data-section-id="vx9dwt" data-start="986" data-end="1039">Jesus Christ continually intercedes for His people.</li>
<li data-section-id="gqcp3v" data-start="1040" data-end="1093">Difficult seasons do not mean God has abandoned us.</li>
<li data-section-id="p09ovm" data-start="1094" data-end="1156">Suffering and hardship are part of living in a fallen world.</li>
<li data-section-id="xqm2y8" data-start="1157" data-end="1224">Daily time in Scripture strengthens faith and renews perspective.</li>
<li data-section-id="20bfco" data-start="1225" data-end="1294">God&rsquo;s love remains constant through illness, anxiety, and hardship.</li>
<li data-section-id="1sxyv28" data-start="1295" data-end="1363">Believers can find hope and security in God&rsquo;s unchanging promises.</li>
</ul>
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Nothing Can Separate Us from God By Vivian Bricker&nbsp;
Bible Reading: &ldquo;Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died&mdash;more than that, who was raised to life&mdash;is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?&rdquo; (Romans 8:33-35).&nbsp;
Romans 8 is one of my favorite chapters of the Bible because it speaks to God&rsquo;s love for us. Whenever I'm struggling to know my worth, I turn to Romans 8, and it helps me feel more optimistic. There is power in the Word of God, and it can change our entire lives. However, these changes will not occur unless we read the Bible every day.&nbsp;
This is why it is important for us to spend time in the Word daily. It is not enough to only listen to the Bible on Sunday mornings. Having a relationship with Jesus means we study the Bible each day, talk with Him in prayer, and apply His teachings in our lives. By doing these things, Christ will disciple us, and we will grow in our relationship with Him.&nbsp;
Over the past year, I have often wondered whether God truly loves me. I see everyone else living joyful lives while I am struggling every day. My brain reasons that if God did love and care about me, I would be in a better situation than I am right now. I wouldn't have numerous medical health issues, mental health struggles, financial issues, or constant worries about the future. Once I sat down and surrendered everything to the Lord, I was led once again back to Romans 8. This chapter brought me back to a true understanding of God and who He is, rather than what my brain had created Him to be. God is not picking on me, nor is He causing these terrible things to happen. Instead, all the issues I'm having are just part of living in a fallen world.&nbsp;
Rather than believing the lie that life will always be full of pain, grief, and sorrow, God has helped me to see that better things are coming. Even if these things don't happen overnight, they will come in the future.&nbsp;
Intersecting Faith &amp; Life:
The Apostle Paul tells us, &ldquo;Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies. Who then is the one who condemns? No one. Christ Jesus who died&mdash;more than that, who was raised to life&mdash;is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword?&rdquo; (Romans 8:33-35).&nbsp;
Paul tells us plainly in this passage that God is the One who justifies, and nobody can condemn us because we belong to Him. Jesus died for us to live, and He is constantly interceding for us. Nothing in all creation or any trouble can separate us from the love of Christ. Paul mentions that hardship, persecution, famine, nakedness, danger, and sword will not separate us from the love of Christ.&nbsp;
This tells us that our present season of suffering does not separate us from the love of Christ. Our physical illnesses, mental illnesses, and life challenges are nothing compared to the love of God. God knows these struggles exist in this world, but He will never leave us to face them alone. We are always on God&rsquo;s mind, and He is always surrounding us with His love, care, and protection. Try to start noticing the little ways His love is shining through in your life.
Have you ever felt your troubles have separated you from God? Why did you think this?&nbsp;
How does it feel to know that nothing can separate us from the love of God?&nbsp;
What are some ways you remind yourself of God&rsquo;s love when times are hard?&nbsp;
Further Reading:
Romans 8:36-39
Psalm 23:1-6
Psalm 86:15

Nothing Can Separate Us from God

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Psalm 121:2-6 reminds believers that God never stops watching over His children. In this devotional, Alexis A. Goring uses the modern “Do Not Disturb” feature on smartphones as a powerful contrast to God’s constant availability. While people often silence notifications to protect their peace and focus, God never places limits on access to His presence. He never sleeps, grows tired, or becomes too busy to hear the prayers of His people.

This devotional offers encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or hesitant to approach God. Unlike human relationships that may feel distant or unavailable, God remains attentive, compassionate, and near at every moment. He lovingly invites believers to bring every burden, fear, mistake, and prayer before Him. Through His endless grace and faithful presence, Christians can find comfort knowing they are never disturbing God when they seek His help.

Highlights
God never puts His children on “Do Not Disturb.”
Psalm 121 reveals God as our constant protector and helper.
God never sleeps or grows weary in caring for His people.
Prayer gives believers direct access to God anytime and anywhere.
God bends near to listen compassionately to His children.
Believers do not need to fear bringing struggles or failures to God.
God’s love is personal, attentive, and unending.

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Do Not Disturb 

By Alexis A. Goring 

Bible Reading:
“My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip—he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord watches over you—the Lord is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.” - Psalm 121:2-6 (NIV)

Recently, I started implementing the “Do Not Disturb” feature on my phone.

This has proven to be a game-changer. Now, from my bedtime until early morning, no text alerts, notifications, or calls can interrupt my peace and quiet as I sleep. I love this luxury so much that I now often activate the “Do Not Disturb” feature during the daytime when I am awake but busy and don’t want anything or anyone to interrupt my workflow. 

Thanks to this feature, I can have a level of peace and quiet whenever I want. When people try to text or call me during this time, they see a note on their phone that I am not to be disturbed. Granted, I am always willing to read and reply to texts and return phone calls as soon as my schedule allows. But knowing that I can concentrate on my work without too many interruptions brings me great relief. Lately, I was thinking about this, and my thoughts led to God as I realized He never puts a “Do Not Disturb” sign on His door. He has an open-door policy for all His children here on Earth. 

God loves us with all His Heart. He readily makes Himself available to listen to us and help us literally any time of the day or night. The Bible says He will never leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8). He never sleeps (Psalm 121:3-4), and He always has time for us. This Almighty God has a whole universe to run, yet He cares so much about our life here on Earth that He “bends down to listen” (Psalm 116:2) to our every prayer.

Let me tell you the significance of that verse: When I worked as a schoolteacher, my more experienced mentor told me that when one of my students was in trouble, I should bend down to listen to her and address the issue. She told me this because even when this child was standing tall, she was barely taller than my waist because she was in her early school years. By bending down, I, as her teacher, was able to meet her on her level and make eye contact. This helped her feel at ease and safe to tell me about what she did because instead of looking up at me, she could see me on her eye level. It is much less intimidating than a grown adult authority figure towering over her because that can make her feel too scared to tell me what happened, especially if she was in the wrong.

God has more authority than a human teacher. Yet He is gentle with us but strong when needed. The Bible says God disciplines those He loves (Hebrews 12:6). Depending on where we are in our faith walk with Jesus Christ, we might see God as an intimidating authority figure who towers over us with His majesty and strong frame. This might make us fearful. But the Bible says God doesn’t want us to be afraid. He loves us unconditionally, and He will always bend down to help us and restore us when we are in the wrong, repent of our sins, and ask Him to forgive us.

God doesn’t think we are disturbing Him when we bring our pain, problems, and mistakes to Him as we seek His help. He is never too busy when it comes to us. Isn’t it good to know that the Creator of the Universe loves us that much? And that is only the tip of the iceberg because His compassion for humankind runs deep. We will never understand the depth of God’s Love for us (Ephesians 3:18-19).

In closing, I’d like for you to listen to this song, “Reckless Love” by Cory Asbury. It is about God’s endless love for us. And listen to this other song, “My Help” by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir.

Song of Reflection #1: “Reckless Love” by Cory Asbury. Listen to it here: https://youtu.be/Sc6SSHuZvQE

Song of Reflection #2: “My Help” by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. Listen to it here: https://youtu.be/DWydssGbUBc?si=zlg1X2ZrFqqu-l6T

Intersecting Faith and Life:

What do you think about God’s never-ending love for you?

Further Reading:
1 John 5:14-15
Jeremiah 33:3
Matthew 28:18
Psalm 34:17
Psalm 66:18-19

Psalm 121:2-6 reminds believers that God never stops watching over His children. In this devotional, Alexis A. Goring uses the modern &ldquo;Do Not Disturb&rdquo; feature on smartphones as a powerful contrast to God&rsquo;s constant availability. While people often silence notifications to protect their peace and focus, God never places limits on access to His presence. He never sleeps, grows tired, or becomes too busy to hear the prayers of His people.
This devotional offers encouragement for anyone feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or hesitant to approach God. Unlike human relationships that may feel distant or unavailable, God remains attentive, compassionate, and near at every moment. He lovingly invites believers to bring every burden, fear, mistake, and prayer before Him. Through His endless grace and faithful presence, Christians can find comfort knowing they are never disturbing God when they seek His help.
Highlights
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<li data-section-id="1l98wvm" data-start="937" data-end="987">God never puts His children on &ldquo;Do Not Disturb.&rdquo;</li>
<li data-section-id="mi9gke" data-start="988" data-end="1049">Psalm 121 reveals God as our constant protector and helper.</li>
<li data-section-id="1203fui" data-start="1050" data-end="1109">God never sleeps or grows weary in caring for His people.</li>
<li data-section-id="1rvjqyl" data-start="1110" data-end="1177">Prayer gives believers direct access to God anytime and anywhere.</li>
<li data-section-id="gouy9l" data-start="1178" data-end="1237">God bends near to listen compassionately to His children.</li>
<li data-section-id="hjodq7" data-start="1238" data-end="1308">Believers do not need to fear bringing struggles or failures to God.</li>
<li data-section-id="l2z73d" data-start="1309" data-end="1359">God&rsquo;s love is personal, attentive, and unending.</li>
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Full Transcript Below:
Do Not Disturb&nbsp;
By Alexis A. Goring&nbsp;
Bible Reading: &ldquo;My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip&mdash;he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord watches over you&mdash;the Lord is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.&rdquo; - Psalm 121:2-6 (NIV)
Recently, I started implementing the &ldquo;Do Not Disturb&rdquo; feature on my phone.
This has proven to be a game-changer. Now, from my bedtime until early morning, no text alerts, notifications, or calls can interrupt my peace and quiet as I sleep. I love this luxury so much that I now often activate the &ldquo;Do Not Disturb&rdquo; feature during the daytime when I am awake but busy and don&rsquo;t want anything or anyone to interrupt my workflow.&nbsp;
Thanks to this feature, I can have a level of peace and quiet whenever I want. When people try to text or call me during this time, they see a note on their phone that I am not to be disturbed. Granted, I am always willing to read and reply to texts and return phone calls as soon as my schedule allows. But knowing that I can concentrate on my work without too many interruptions brings me great relief. Lately, I was thinking about this, and my thoughts led to God as I realized He never puts a &ldquo;Do Not Disturb&rdquo; sign on His door. He has an open-door policy for all His children here on Earth.&nbsp;
God loves us with all His Heart. He readily makes Himself available to listen to us and help us literally any time of the day or night.&nbsp;The Bible says He will never leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8). He never sleeps (Psalm 121:3-4), and He always has time for us. This Almighty God has a whole universe to run, yet He cares so much about our life here on Earth that He &ldquo;bends down to listen&rdquo; (Psalm 116:2) to our every prayer.
Let me tell you the significance of that verse: When I worked as a schoolteacher, my more experienced mentor told me that when one of my students was in trouble, I should bend down to listen to her and address the issue. She told me this because even when this child was standing tall, she was barely taller than my waist because she was in her early school years. By bending down, I, as her teacher, was able to meet her on her level and make eye contact. This helped her feel at ease and safe to tell me about what she did because instead of looking up at me, she could see me on her eye level. It is much less intimidating than a grown adult authority figure towering over her because that can make her feel too scared to tell me what happened, especially if she was in the wrong.
God has more authority than a human teacher. Yet He is gentle with us but strong when needed. The Bible says God disciplines those He loves (Hebrews 12:6). Depending on where we are in our faith walk with Jesus Christ, we might see God as an intimidating authority figure who towers over us with His majesty and strong frame. This might make us fearful. But the Bible says God doesn&rsquo;t want us to be afraid. He loves us unconditionally, and He will always bend down to help us and restore us when we are in the wrong, repent of our sins, and ask Him to forgive us.
God doesn&rsquo;t think we are disturbing Him when we bring our pain, problems, and mistakes to Him as we seek His help. He is never too busy when it comes to us. Isn&rsquo;t it good to know that the Creator of the Universe loves us that much? And that is only the tip of the iceberg because His compassion for humankind runs deep. We will never understand the depth of God&rsquo;s Love for us (Ephesians 3:18-19).
In closing, I&rsquo;d like for you to listen to this song, &ldquo;Reckless Love&rdquo; by Cory Asbury. It is about God&rsquo;s endless love for us. And listen to this other song, &ldquo;My Help&rdquo; by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir.
Song of Reflection #1: &ldquo;Reckless Love&rdquo; by Cory Asbury. Listen to it here:&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/Sc6SSHuZvQE">https://youtu.be/Sc6SSHuZvQE</a>
Song of Reflection #2: &ldquo;My Help&rdquo; by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir. Listen to it here: <a href="https://youtu.be/DWydssGbUBc?si=zlg1X2ZrFqqu-l6T">https://youtu.be/DWydssGbUBc?si=zlg1X2ZrFqqu-l6T</a>
Intersecting Faith and Life:
What do you think about God&rsquo;s never-ending love for you?
Further Reading: 1 John 5:14-15 Jeremiah 33:3 Matthew 28:18 Psalm 34:17 Psalm 66:18-19

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