Being Called by Our Name

 1 But now, this is what the LORD says—
“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you;
I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
2 When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.
3 For I am the LORD your God,
the Holy One of Israel, your Savior;

–Isaiah 43.1-3 (NIV)

The verses above are from a responsive prayer in the Common Worship morning office. I don’t know about you, but I need to be reminded of the truth in these verses a lot because it is easy to become discouraged and afraid. Consequently, I have memorized these short verses and would encourage you to do likewise. Repeat them when it hits the fan because they remind us to keep a proper perspective of life. Imagine that. The God of this vast universe calls us by our name, tells us we are his, and thereby assures us we are never forgotten, even when it sometimes feels like that we are. Who cannot love a God like this?

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  1. We hope the fans are running now with as hot as it is. 🙂 (and the air-conditioners)

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