“I will not forget you!
See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.”
Isaiah 49:15,16
“What can be more astounding than the unfounded doubts and fears of God’s favored people? The Lord’s loving word of rebuke should make us blush; He cries, ‘How can I forget you, when I have graven you upon the palms of my hands?’
We do not know which most to wonder at, the faithfulness of God or the unbelief of His people. He keeps His promise a thousand times, and yet the next trial makes us doubt Him.
He never faileth;
He is never a dry well;
He is never as the setting sun, a passing meteor, or a melting vapor;
and yet we are continually vexed with anxieties and disturbed with fears as if our God were the mirage of the desert.
‘I have engraven YOU’ It does not say, ‘your name’. The name is there, but that is not all: ‘I have engraven YOU.’ See the fullness of this! ‘I have engraven your person, your image, your case, your circumstances, your sins, your temptations, your weaknesses, your wants, your works; I have graven YOU, everything about you, all that concerns you, I have put you altogther there.'”
~Charles H. Spurgeon
I am so very tired today, but it seems on these days in which my body knows oh so truly it’s weakness, my soul is all the more confident in the tender care of my loving God. Today, when I spend time resting on the couch, and doing my motherly duties from there (it’s a good thing I love to snuggle and read books out loud) God will be never far from my mind. As I reach my arms out to my little ones, I will sense His great love toward me. I can’t see His arms but I can feel the warmth of them. I can’t see His face, but I can sense His smile. He understands me. The mystery of His wondrous love toward me overwhelms my heart. I’m grateful beyond words for that today.
“He tends His flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to His heart; He gently leads those that have young.” Isaiah 40:11
Good to be Home 
I totally get props for being the first, how long has it been? I have not even read the post yet I just want that first slot, like sliding into home base, I got this one!!!!
@mymeanderings – I thought I was too tired for a “laugh out loud” but you got it out of me! So you can be happy about being the first in that department today, too. ~Shan
Okay now I have read it…some of my very favorite memories when I was pregnant was when I was on the couch, it didn’t always feel like that at the time, but looking back they were special to the kids and I. Jeff used to bring all his animals down and sit in the space of the bed of my knee, and we would read and play together. When I was on bed rest I memorized more scripture than at any other time in my life, that may be why it was such a peaceful time for me, my mind was sound and at rest.
I will pray for you today Shanda!
that would be “bend of my knee” not bed of my knee…must get some coffee
I certainly hope you take the time to rest today. I know it’s difficult with smaller children (boy! do I know that!) but I pray that you get lots of rest and smiles today. 🙂
“He gently leads those that have young” – how beautiful and encouraging is that for a mother? enjoyed your post~ Jan
Sitting & reading with the kids sounds like a great day!
My children love when I read to them – IF they aren’t vying for the best position to see the pictures of the book!
Oh THANK YOU for this lovely post! Only a few days ago God spoke to me through that very verse – as I was struggling with my nursing challanges – but he heard my cry and reminded me that he will NOT forget me…. thanks for not only for reminding me of thsoe wonderful words, but for sharing Spurgeon’s comments as well.
Have a blessed day Ms Shanda… i will praying that you get some rest 🙂
Wonderful post, Shanda…That photo is especially nice.We are never alone.What comfort!
What a blessing!!
“He keeps His promises a thousand times, and yet the next trial makes up doubt him.” I speak for myself when I say “How shallow are we?!!”
How beautiful. I think the slower, more mellow autumn has you enjoying the true nature of it. The Is. 40:11 verse went through my mind over and over in one of my deliveries. What a joy His sweet Word is to us. And how I love Spurgeon. hugs from SC. Have a very blessed day. with love (Thanks for resubmitting your subscription~)
How lovely! I love snuggling with my kids, pregnant or not. Why do they eventually have to grow out of that? Have a restful day. 🙂
thanks for the post..it ministered to me today..I am super emotional today..I knew my emotions had to catch up with me sooner or later so they are hitting me good. I am glad God gives them to us to cleanse us and help us! Love you lots.B
“Oh LOVE that will not let me go, I rest my WEARY soul in THEE…”The words from this old hymn came to mind as I read your post. I love the peace you maintain by resting in HIM even when you are so physically weary! (((HUGS)))
I needed this today, Shan. Thanks for sharing. I am so weary- emotionally, physically, mentally, spiritually. I just need HIM- and I’m already there, right in the palm of HIS hand.
I hope you got some lovely rest today, and enjoy snuggling with those kiddos, I know I love snuggling with mine. Take care, and feel better. Lots of love, Trish
wow..your family looks bigger when they are all in one place together. i love the picture off all of you together.take care of yourself.