Does God Understand You? - WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES US ABOUT GOD'S INSIGHT

David prayed:  "O Jehovah, you have searched through me, and you know me. You know when I sit down and when I rise up.  You discern my thoughts from afar.  There is not a word on my tongue, but look!  O Jehovah, you already know it well."  (Psalm 139:1, 2, 4)  In addition, Jehovah is aware of our innermost feelings and even "discerns every inclination of the thoughts."  (1 Chronicles 28:9; 1 Samuel  16:6,7)   What do these verses reveal about God?

Even though we may not vocalized all our prayerful thoughts and feelings, our Creator not only observes what we do but also understands why we  do it.   Moreover, he understands the good we would like to do even if our limitations  prevent us from carrying out our heartfelt desire.  Surely,  because God put love in our hearts in the first place, he is willing-even eager -to observe and understand our loving thoughts and motives. -1 JOHN 4:7-10. 

The Scriptures assure us

* "The eyes of Jehovah are on the righteous, and his ears listen to their supplication." -1 PETER 3:12.

* "God promises:  "I will give you insight and instruct you in the way you should go.  I will give you advice with my eye upon you." - PSALM 32:8. 

Next time: Does God Understand You? - GOD IS VERY COMPASSIONATE

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