“With all of my ways, you are familiar.” Psalm 139:3

Growing up, my mom would always say that she knew me better than I knew myself. She could predict when I would get mad, the dinner I would choose from the menu, or my reaction to a gift from my grandmother. It would creep my out how well she knew me.

In reality, I am probably one of the most predictable people ever. While my mom might claim to know me better than myself, God truly does. He knows everything about me.

Recently, this has caused embarrassment more than anything else. I can’t pretend that I’m okay when He knows that I’m not. He knows when I’ve sinned—before I even make the choice. I’m not fooling Him, and that’s uncomfortable sometimes.  I cannot hide my selfishness, envy or pride. I’m not able to pretend I’m not upset or directionless.

Here’s the thing, though. As awkward as it is for him to see me (skeletons and all), it it is also comforting. He knows me. The real me. The messy me. AND HE STILL LOVES ME! I cannot escape his love, even if I tried. When my life is a tragic comedy, God reaches out and reminds me that he’s there.

God created each and every one of us with purpose. We are worthy. Our potential is limitless with Him on our side. The more we look for God in our lives, the more we find him. He is the delay that allows us to catch the bus to work when we were running late. He is the smile from a stranger walking by. He is the favorite song on the radio, a call from a friend, a gentle breeze on a fall day. Father God know us. He understands exactly what we need to grow into our purpose.

God knows our hearts and our deepest fears. Do not be ashamed of inadequacies. Instead, find comfort in being known, and loved despite anything that causes shame.

Father God, you are so good. You know the words of our hearts, and the fears of our minds. Help us to draw near to you, when all we want to do is hide. Remind us of the comforting mercy that is your love in our lives. Amen.