THANKFUL

Chatting with Jesus

Monday, May 12, 2025

Lord, what was I thinking? When I reflect on my failures, I often speak harshly about myself. I say things that I would never say to others, no matter how foolishly they may have acted. I’ve learned various ways to put myself down when the devil, the prince of darkness, reminds me of my shortcomings. What I must remember is that everything the devil tells me is a lie. Your Word describes him as a liar and the “Father of lies” (John 8:44). If we listen to his lies long enough, we begin to repeat them to ourselves. I’ve been guilty of this. I’m so fed up with the devil’s nonsense.

But, Lord, what do you think of us? You valued us enough to create humankind in your image. The Genesis story details how you made us to be like you (Genesis 1:27). Despite all our failings, you still desired a personal relationship with us, even when we broke your heart (Genesis 3). Although our sins created a chasm between Heaven and Earth, separating us from you, your steadfast love for us has never changed.

What do you think of us, Lord?

Because we are unable to bridge that chasm between Earth and Heaven, you sent your only Son, Jesus, as a mediator for our salvation. Through Jesus, we have a bridge over that chasm. We can have the personal relationship with you that you always wanted. The psalmist declared that your thoughts toward us outnumber the sands of the sea (Psalm 139:17-18). The Apostle John expresses your thoughts about us in a way that is clear for all to understand: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting life” (John 3:16).  Amen, Jesus.