Friday, June 19 You became precious in my eyes, . . . and I have loved you.​—Isa. 43:4.

[Áine]

Friday, June 19

You became precious in my eyes, . . . and I have loved you.—Isa. 43:4.

 

How encouraging it must have been for faithful Israelites to hear Jehovah’s words above. As one of Jehovah’s servants, you too can be sure that Jehovah loves you most tenderly. God’s Word promises concerning those pursuing pure worship: “As a mighty One, he will save. He will exult over you with great joy.” (Zeph. 3:16, 17) No matter what trials his people may face, Jehovah promises to sustain and comfort them. “You will nurse and be carried on the hip, and you will be bounced on the knees. As a mother comforts her son, so I will keep comforting you.” (Isa. 66:12, 13) What a heartwarming scene—a loving mother carrying a baby on her hip or bouncing him on her knees! In this way Jehovah touchingly illustrates the intensity and tenderness of his love for true worshippers. Never doubt that you are personally very precious and dear to Jehovah.—Jer. 31:3. w18.09 13 ¶6-7

[New World Explorer]

16 minutes ago, anniebea said:

As a mother comforts her son, so I will keep comforting you.”

I love this comparison. (for many reasons)

[Chris7]

8 hours ago, anniebea said:

As a mother comforts her son,

A sleeping baby can't see the love and protection it's mother is providing. Likewise, we may not always see the love and protection that Jehovah provides but that doesn't mean it isn't there.  He is there, day and night, no matter what time, like a nursing mother, he is not far from each one of us.