Goodness and mercy

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the LORD Forever. - Psalm 23v6

This beautiful psalm ends in a beautiful manner. It presents us with the wonderful truth that our Shepherd cares for us both now while we are on earth and He will care for us in eternity.

There are times in this life when we feel somewhat companionless. In reality though, no matter what the circumstances we need not ever feel alone or neglected. God has provided two constant companions for us while we are here. The twin sisters of Goodness and Mercy are always there by our sides.

God is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble. He knows those who trust Him. The Lord's mercies are new every morning. Great is His faithfulness to us.

As a friend often reminds me, 'God is good; everyday, all the time.'

While the world may be rotten and things we trust in here may fall apart we can rest in the knowledge that God's goodness and His mercy persevere even in the worst times.

Not only do we have God's goodness and mercy to accompany us here, we have the knowledge that we will live with Him in His house forever. Jesus promised before He left that He was going to prepare a place for us.

Praise God for His goodness and mercy now and for His dwelling place forever.