THE UPPER ROOM ROOM DAILY DEVOTIONAL
The Upper Room Daily Devotional 18th February 2023 by Glenn Way (Tennessee, USA). As you study today’s devotional, remember this; “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth.” 2 Timothy 2:15 (NLT)
TOPIC: A Three-Foot Tornado
TODAY’S READING
Psalm 139:1-6
Paul wrote, “I ask that Christ will live in your hearts through faith. As a result of having strong roots in love, I ask that you’ll have the power to grasp love’s width and length, height and depth, together with all believers.” – Ephesians 3:17-18 (CEB)
The Upper Room Daily Devotional 18th February 2023 MESSAGE
“He’s a three-foot-tall tornado.” I seem to say that every time our two-year-old grandson comes over. He grabs things out of drawers, pulls things off of shelves, and throws almost everything he touches. The house is a wreck after each visit. But a broken trinket and a messy house are a small price to pay for the sheer joy of having this bundle of love around. I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world.
I can’t help but think that’s how God loves me — despite all the times I’ve done things I know God would not be pleased with. After all the times I’ve failed to listen to God, and even after I’ve missed opportunities to show love to others, God still draws me close and tells me how much I am loved. That love is unconditional. As hard as it is for me to understand or believe, I know God wouldn’t trade me for anything in the world. If it’s true for me, then it’s certainly true for all God’s children.
TODAY’S PRAYER
Father God, we know that the best way to show our love for you is to love others. Help us see people as you see them and to show them the same compassion, love, and mercy that you pour upon us daily. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
God loves me completely.
PRAYER FOCUS
Grandparents and grandchildren
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