Sermon on Psalm 139 God Knows and Cares

The God Who Knows Us Deeply and Cares for Us Lovingly

Text: Psalm 139

We turn our hearts to Psalm 139, a profound passage that reveals the depth of God’s knowledge and the tenderness of His care for us. This psalm reminds us that we are fully known and deeply loved by our Creator. Let us explore this beautiful truth and allow it to transform our understanding of God’s presence in our lives.

1. God Knows Us Completely (Psalm 139:1)

“O Lord, You have searched me and known me.” (Psalm 139:1).

God knows every detail of our lives—our joys, our struggles, our hopes, and our fears. Nothing is hidden from Him. He knows us more intimately than we know ourselves.

This truth can be both comforting and challenging. It means we are fully seen and fully loved, but it also calls us to live authentically before Him. Let us take comfort in the fact that we are known by the One who loves us unconditionally.

2. God Knows Our Thoughts and Motivations (Psalm 139:2)

“You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off.” (Psalm 139:2).

God knows our thoughts before we even speak them. He sees the motivations of our hearts, even when they are hidden from others.

This reminds us to guard our hearts and minds, ensuring that our thoughts and intentions align with His will. Let us invite Him to purify our hearts and guide our thoughts.

3. God Is Always Near Us (Psalm 139:5)

“You have hedged me behind and before, and laid Your hand upon me.” (Psalm 139:5).

God’s presence surrounds us completely. He is before us, behind us, and beside us, offering His protection and care.

No matter where we are or what we are facing, we are never alone. Let us rest in the assurance of His nearness.

4. The Immensity of God’s Knowledge (Psalm 139:6)

“Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; it is high, I cannot attain it.” (Psalm 139:6).

God’s knowledge is infinite and beyond our comprehension. He knows every detail of our lives, from the smallest to the greatest.

This should fill us with awe and wonder. Let us marvel at His greatness and trust in His perfect understanding.

5. Where Can We Flee from God’s Presence? (Psalm 139:7)

“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?” (Psalm 139:7).

There is no place we can hide from God. His presence is constant and inescapable. Whether we are on the mountaintop or in the valley, He is with us.

Let us take comfort in the fact that we can never be separated from His love and care.

6. God’s Presence Is Everywhere (Psalm 139:8)

“If I ascend into heaven, You are there; if I make my bed in hell, behold, You are there.” (Psalm 139:8).

God’s presence is not limited by space or circumstance. He is with us in our highest joys and our deepest sorrows.

Let us remember that no matter where life takes us, God is there, holding us in His hands.

7. God Forms Us and Knows Us from Our Beginning (Psalm 139:13)

“For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb.” (Psalm 139:13).

God knew us before we were born. He carefully formed us and knit us together in our mother’s womb.

This truth reminds us of our inherent worth and purpose. We are fearfully and wonderfully made by a loving Creator. Let us live in the confidence of His intentional design for our lives.

8. God Knows Us to the End (Psalm 139:16)

“Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, the days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them.” (Psalm 139:16).

God knows every day of our lives, from beginning to end. He has a plan and a purpose for each of us.

Let us trust in His sovereign care, knowing that He holds our future in His hands.

9. God’s Care and Protection (Psalm 139:17)

“How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them!” (Psalm 139:17).

God’s thoughts toward us are countless and filled with love. He cares for us deeply and is constantly working for our good.

Let us meditate on His love and allow it to fill us with peace and gratitude.

10. Prayer for Purification and Divine Guidance (Psalm 139:23)

“Search me, O God, and know my heart; try me, and know my anxieties; and see if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” (Psalm 139:23-24).

The psalmist ends with a prayer for purification and guidance. He invites God to examine his heart and reveal any areas that need transformation.

Let us make this our prayer as well. May we seek God’s refining work in our lives and allow Him to lead us in His everlasting way.

Conclusion

Psalm 139 reminds us that we are fully known and deeply loved by God. He knows us intimately, cares for us tenderly, and is always with us. Let us rest in the assurance of His presence, trust in His perfect knowledge, and invite Him to transform us from the inside out.

May we live each day in the confidence that we are held by the God who knows us deeply and cares for us lovingly.