Matthew 10:29 "Not even a sparrow, worth only half a penny, can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it" (NLT).
How much are you worth to God, the Father? Jesus said, "You are worth much more than many sparrows" (Matt.10:31 NVC).
I like to quote the notes written by Donald C. Stamps from Zondervan Bible. The notes are very impressive. It touched my heart. Read this: Jesus teaches that God's faithful children are of great worth to their heavenly Father.
(1) God values you and your personal needs; He desires your love and fellowship so much that He sent Jesus to die on the cross for you (John 3:16). You are never away from His presence, care, and concern. He knows all your needs, trials, and sorrows.
(2) You are so important to God that He treasures your faithfulness, love, and loyalty to Himself above all earthly things. Your unwavering faith in Christ, proved genuine (real) in the midst of trials and trouble, is His glory and honor. End.
Did you know that Donald C. Stamps battled his cancer for a year and went to be with the Lord. His 10 years of work on notes and articles were left to the committees to complete this "The Full Life Study Bible" which I now have. It is an honor to know that Donald thought highly of God even though he didn't get healed of cancer. Isn't it hard to understand? Let's trust God today!
The song: Every Moment of the Day
Every moment of the day My Father cares for me,
Every moment of the day My heart from fear is free;
He who sees the sparrow fall Will hear my call;
Every moment of the day God watches over me.
(Harry Dixon Loes, Billy Graham New York Crusade,
Song Book, compiled by Clifford Barrows)
