THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 29TH MAY 2025, THURSDAY MESSAGE
Read The Upper Room Devotional 29th May 2025 written by Kathern Nemec (Ohio, USA)
TOPIC: Remembering Our Value
Today’s Reading
Matthew 10:26-31
Jesus said, “Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.” – Matthew 10:31 (NRSVUE)
Beside our front door we have a window box full of flowers in the summer and pine garlands in the winter. One day my husband mentioned that he thought a bird had made a nest in the window box. Impulsively, I went outside and moved the garland. A frightened mama wren immediately flew out of her nest under the garland, exposing five olive-sized eggs. I carefully covered it and went inside. We peeked out the window all evening, waiting for the wren to return. No chirping. No movement. Concerned, we wondered what would happen to her vulnerable eggs. I went to bed with a heavy heart, feeling guilty for causing the bird stress and the possible destruction of her family.
Early the next morning, I carefully looked to see if the bird had returned. I was thankful to see her wiggling under the leaves she had placed to shelter her family. We were delighted to see baby birds a few days later.
Through that little bird, God reminded me that even the smallest birds are valuable and how much more valuable each one of us is! In all of life’s busyness, we can forget how much we are valued by our heavenly Father. When we are burdened with fear, we can remember that we belong to God, who tenderly cares for us.
Today’s Prayer
Loving God, we give thanks for your tender care. Help us to value all of your creation just as you value us. Amen.
Thought for the Day
I am worth more to God than I can comprehend.
Prayer Focus
All creatures in God’s creation
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