Relentless Pursuit

The Lord has been subtle and still in the last few weeks.

My time in His word has been comfortable and tender.

Do you know what I mean when I say that?

As I sit in my living room and spend time with Jesus and read His words I find myself altogether feeling whole and safe-
The kind of moment you want to freeze and keep with you- for the days that safe and whole do not feel at all true.

You see- for as long as I can remember I dreamed of being pursued.
A young maiden high in a tower sought out, fought for and ultimately rescued by one who loved me.

Do not get me wrong- my sweet husband is certainly my knight in shining armor-
But this is a different kind of pursuit. A deeper kind of delight and love.

I am the worst of sinners.
I am a wretch.

Yet- the Lord chose to pursue this heart of mine.

King Jesus SOUGHT ME.
Incredibly humbling.

He fought for my attention in the midst of a loud and dark world.

He loved me perfectly on days when I esteemed Him not.

He patiently watched on many days when I toyed with the idea of the beauty that the world had to offer.

He NEVER gave up on my heart.

Tenderly my good shepherd walked with me, spoke to me and made the ultimate sacrifice so that I could have life eternal.

Do you know this kind of love?

Have you experienced this kind of pursuit?

As corny as it sounds- I have prayed that the Lord would allow me to daily acknowledge His love song to me.

This morning as I drove to work this melody came in the rain.
A day sure to quiet a restless spirit.

Do you recognize the Lords relentless pursuit for your heart?

I so often do not see the way that the Lord cradles me, teaches me difficult lessons and constantly pursues my heart- without fail.

I pray today that this truth pierces our hearts.

That there is a Father and Lover of our souls longing for our affection and pursuing us relentlessly.

Thank the Lord for this relentless pursuit.

Oh the many times that I have been difficult to chase and love…
Yet He loved me. He stayed. He found delight in this lamb.


You are loved.
You are delighted in.
You have been fought for.
You have one who will never fail you or stop pursuing you.

I have found great joy in this truth about Jesus this week.

I pray that you find the same.