Psalm 68:5-6a
A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows,
Is God in His holy habitation.
God sets the solitary in families;
He brings out those who are bound into prosperity"

What a comforting and timely passage. Today is my daddy's birthday. It's been 2 years since he died and I think about him and miss him every day. In his absence, God has proven Himself to be my Heavenly Father, my comfort, my guide. Today, our foster daughter Andrea decided to get up with me for my quiet time. Last night we talked about her losing her mom and that soon she will be an orphan again. These verses are perfect for her to hold onto now. She smiled so big when we began to read and explain this. God our Heavenly Father will not leave her alone but will step in and care for her and even provide her with an earthly family to love her. I hope Andrea allows us to be that earthly family. God's word is so good and timely. We don't have to worry about anything - God our Father will provide for and care for His kids.

Heavenly Father - I praise You for being my Heavenly Father who cares for and provides for me. Thank You for tending to my family and guiding as as we grow. Thank You for bringing us Andrea and Vanessa. Thank You for letting us take part in this passage. Use us Father to provide and care for the fatherless that Your name may be known and that You may be seen in our family. Amen.