Am I Fully Known and Fully Loved?

One question can undo a lot of fear if you let it: does God actually know my name? Not “know about me” in a distant, cosmic way, but know me personally, see me clearly, and still want me. I take you to Psalm 139, where David describes a God who searches us, understands our thoughts, and knows our words before we speak them. That is either terrifying or deeply comforting, and for many of us it is both.We walk through three anchors from Scripture that reshape how a new believer thinks about God’s relationship with them. First, God knows everything about you and he has not run away, which means his love is not based on incomplete information. Romans 5:8 puts weight under that promise: Christ dies for us while we are still sinners. Second, God is present in your whole story, even the chapters you wish were not there, and his presence does not mean he caused every hard thing. Third, God’s presence is constant and immediate, even when prayer feels like talking to the ceiling and God feels far away.If you have never turned from sin and trusted in Jesus Christ, I explain the gospel plainly and invite you to take that step today. If you are learning to follow Jesus, I want this to give you assurance, courage, and a steadier faith when emotions swing. Subscribe for more Bible teaching, share this with someone who needs hope, and if it helped you, leave a review so more people can find it.How can we pray for you? Text us and tell us how the episode helped you, as well. Luther Rice College and SeminaryLuther Rice offers biblically based online education for ministry and marketplace service worldwide.AMN PlumbingAMN Plumbing serves Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, New Smyrna, and surrounding areas..Cat Care ClinicServing families in Ormond Beach, FL, with thoughtful and compassionate veterinary care for cats.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFoundations of Truth with Dr. Timothy Mann is supported in part by:Cat Care Clinic, located in Ormond Beach AMN Plumbing serving the Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, New Smyrna and surrounding areas.Luther Rice Seminary Enjoying this episode? Subscribe to the show!Dig deeper into biblical truth with articles from Pastor Tim! — Click HereGet Pastor Tim’s book Saved: Understanding God’s Work In Us — available now at   Xulon Press       Amazon       Barnes and Noble