When Trust Becomes TestimonySample

When You Feel Forgotten

You have searched me, Lord,
and you know me. (Psalm 139:1, NIV)

Struggles remain. Healing is slow. Another sun sets and we haven’t heard back about the interview. We’re overlooked again for a promotion. We learn of a gathering that we weren’t invited to.

No one wants to be left out. We long for community, to be seen, recognized, and valued. We have so much to offer, and we long for a chance to be loyal in friendship. When we aren’t invited to something, called out for something good, or chosen, we feel forgotten and unseen. Temptation to isolate slips in, and we wonder if it’s worth trying again to belong.

Just because you go unseen by people doesn’t mean you aren’t seen by God. Because you are. Closely. Deliberately. Intimately.

God knows your name, your thoughts, your hopes and dreams, and what makes you nervous. He sees when you are left out, what makes you angry, and what makes you smile. He tracks your tears and is touched by your heart. He knows you and delights in you. Isn’t this a beautiful truth?

We are never overlooked, always remembered, and always chosen by a good and loving God.

The truth for today is: God chooses us. We belong to Him.

Prayer:

Father, thank You that I am fully known, even when I feel overlooked and alone. You remember me and want to be with me. What a joy to be in Your care. Amen.

Reflection Question:

When have you felt unseen, and how does God’s knowing all about you bring comfort?