Does God care about you?

Does God care?

Why does God allow us to go through such hardship in life? Is it because He is dealing with my deepest character issues? Is it because He is conforming me to Christ’s image? Is it because He is making me into more than I would desire for myself? Yes.

I have the tendency to take the path of least resistance. Like water, I want to flow to the lowest point. The problem is, that God has much bigger plans for me than I have for myself. And like any good father, because He loves me He won’t let me settle for less.

Sometimes the only way I can see areas in my life that need to be changed is through a period of contrast. I tend to get comfortable with my life and the way I am, forgetting that God is always working to make me more like Himself. But the Lord has ways of helping me see things from His perspective, helping me prioritize according to His agenda. At times it’s a gentle reminder of His love and care as I enjoy His tangible blessings. At times it’s the crucible of the refiner’s fire, exposing the flaws in my life along with the loving presence of the Master’s hand guiding, supporting and healing.

Does God care? Without a doubt.