Joel Osteen Ministries – Today’s Word 1 SEPTEMBER 2024 – Topic: Close to His Heart

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Close to His Heart

September 1, 2024

Today’s Scripture

He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young.

Isaiah 40:11, NIV

Today’s Word

Do you sometimes feel as though you’re on your own, way out in a wilderness place, just one of the billions of people on Earth? No, your Heavenly Father has You in His arms as a shepherd carries his lambs. God has you close to His heart. You’re His most prized possession. There’s nothing more valuable to God than you. Jesus reminded His disciples that God knows when a sparrow, just a little bird, falls to the ground. How much more is God concerned about you? As much as you love your children, multiply that by billions of times—that’s how much God loves you. He’s been carrying you since you were born, and He’s going to continue to carry you until you breathe your last breath. You may have things coming against you today, but God wouldn’t allow it if it was going to stop you. He is your provider, your protector, your deliverer, and your way maker. God is saying, “I’m carrying you. I have you close to My heart.” Stay in the place of peace and trust. 

Prayer For Today

“Father, thank You that when I walk through dark valleys and adversities, You are my shepherd, and I have no reason to be afraid or worried. Thank You that You’re carrying me, that I have grace for this season, strength for this day, the favor to move forward. I declare that I am resting in You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”

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