January 6
Never Forgotten,
Always Loved
“Even if my father and mother leave me, the Lord will take me in.”
Psalm 27:10 (NIrV)
Amara’s heart sank as she scanned the invitation. Her parents’ upcoming anniversary party promised to be a joyful reunion of family and friends, but Amara felt anything but joy. Though she had grown up in a loving home, things had changed when she decided to explore Christianity.
Her parents, who followed a different faith, couldn’t understand her decision. Over the years, their conversations grew strained, and Amara often felt like an outsider in her own family.
As the day of the party approached, Amara wrestled with conflicting emotions. She wanted to celebrate her parents, but the thought of the pointed questions and subtle comments from relatives made her hesitant. “Why do you waste your time on church?” her uncle had once said. The words stung.
One evening, Amara poured out her feelings in prayer. “God, I feel so alone. I want to honor my parents, but I’m tired of feeling like I don’t belong. Do You see me?”
After praying, she opened her Bible and stumbled upon Psalm 27:10. The words brought tears to her eyes: “Even if my father and mother leave me, the Lord will take me in.” In that moment, Amara felt an overwhelming sense of peace. She wasn’t alone. God had been with her all along, offering a love that was constant and unconditional.
With renewed courage, Amara decided to attend the party, not as someone seeking approval, but as someone secure in God’s love.
She approached the gathering with grace, choosing to focus on connecting with her family rather than defending herself. To her surprise, the evening was less tense than she had feared. Her mother even pulled her aside to say, “I don’t always understand your choices, but I can see how much peace your faith gives you.”
Through the experience, Amara realized that while human relationships can be fragile, God’s love is unwavering. His acceptance gave her the strength to face challenges with confidence and grace.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your unfailing love and for being the One who takes us in when we feel alone or misunderstood.
Help us to trust in Your acceptance when human relationships falter.
Like Amara, teach us to respond with grace and to rest in the peace that comes from knowing we are never forgotten by You.
Strengthen our hearts to face challenges with courage, always relying on Your faithful presence.
Amen.
