Matthew 10:29 – “Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet not one of them will fall to the ground outside your Father’s care.”
Jesus shares this reassuring truth – if God cares about insignificant sparrows, how much more does He care about us, His children?
Consider the Sparrows
Sparrows were common birds that people regarded as virtually worthless. Yet Jesus says God cares when even one sparrow falls.
If He minds seemingly trivial things in creation, we can trust He attends to our lives.
Our problems and pains are not trivial to God. He cares deeply when one of His beloved children suffers, no matter how small we feel. Our weakness moves His heart.
We Are Far More Valuable
Jesus argues from the lesser to the greater – if God cares for sparrows which offer little value, how much more does He care for humans made in His image?
We possess immeasurable worth to Him.
God sees each tear, hears every cry, and catches all our falls.
No detail of our lives escapes His notice or concerns. He treasures us as His prized possession.
Living in Light of God’s Care
May this truth anchor us when turmoil strikes. God is mindful!
Cast all cares on Him, trusting His watchful eye. There’s no need to unravel when we’re precious in His sight. You are noticed. You are not alone.
Lord, Thank You for Caring
Lord, the immense problems of life often cloud my view of Your intimate care. Thank You that not even a tiny sparrow escapes Your sight. Remind me I’m precious to You. Quiet my heart to receive Your comfort anew.
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