Abba
God is a God of many names. Elohim – powerful God; El Elyon – God Most High; El Shaddai – Almighty God; Jehovah Rophe – The Lord Heals; Jehovah Rohi – The Lord is My shepherd; Jehovah Shammah – The Lord is There (to name a few). Each name reveals a different part of who He is. Whatever the circumstance, He is all-sufficient. He can meet every need.
I have found, as we’ve walked through some difficult times, that although I am in need of those names, there is one my heart cries more than any other. Abba – Father.
Many years ago, I knew an elderly man. He had pastored for years and still preached on ocassion though well past the age of retirement. He was a giant of man – both in stature and faith, with a loving heart. He drew me in. Whenever he wasn’t serving in another place, and I spotted him sitting toward the back of our church, I would make my way to him as quickly as I could.
When he saw me coming, he would smile his gentle smile and open his arms wide. Stepping into that warm embrace was, for me, a bit like stepping into a hug from the Father. To feel those great arms wrapped around me was to know peace.
This, too, is my God – my Abba. Like the little children who sat on Jesus’ lap, He welcomes me in. I can lean into His love and find peace and rest. He knows my name and bends down low to listen to my voice. He simply Is, and I am loved.
We are His dearly loved children, and sometimes that is all we need to know.
Blessings,
Linda
This is an endearing image to hold in our head when the fears come. I like this and also your image of the baby bird waiting for the mother to return…knowing she will. Thank you.
Thank you for the encouragement, Linda. It is comforting to know that He is always there for me.
Im so thankful I came across your webpage. I had the opportunity to read several devotionals dating back to 2014. Your words of encouragement penetrates my heart and bring about a comfort of Gods love for His children. Thanks for sharing.