God’s Forethought
Monday, April 6
1 Peter 1:20 (NKJV)
“He indeed was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you
Devotion
It shows great care and forethought that our Savior, Jesus, was foreknown to be our Redeemer before the existence of this world. Long before mankind was created—like a safety net being placed before performers enter a stage—God made certain that we would have a Redeemer. He was deliberate in His plans for us. God’s love for the intricate details of our lives reaches far beyond both our present and our past. He loves us so greatly that He was intentional not only in creating us, but also in making sure that our future could be spent with Him. Amazing!
What does this mean for you and me? We are not an afterthought, an accident, or a mistake to God. We are planned, inasmuch as our salvation was laid out before the foundation of the world! Our salvation, too, is not a last-minute thought or a knee-jerk reaction by God. How exciting it is to know this!
God’s purposes unfolded in the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John all tell us the good news of Jesus coming to save and redeem us back to the Father. The Gospels present the life of Jesus, His works, and especially the redeeming work of the cross. “And there are so many other things that Jesus did, which, if they were written one by one, I suppose that even the world itself could not contain the books that would be written” (John 21:25).
Indeed, we have so much to be grateful for! Today, let us give thanks for God’s forethought concerning us. What are you grateful for today?
Today's Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You for Your divine forethought and for loving me even before the foundation of the world. Thank You for sending Jesus as my Redeemer and for planning my life with purpose and care. Help me to walk in the confidence that I am not an accident, but chosen and deeply loved by You. Let my heart overflow with gratitude today. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Apply It Today
Take a moment today to thank God intentionally for His plan over your life. Write down at least three things you are grateful for, and remind yourself throughout the day that you are not an afterthought—you are purposefully known, loved, and redeemed by God.
Resources
- Missed yesterday’s Easter Sunday service? Don’t worry—you can still experience the powerful message and celebration of our risen Savior! Take a moment today to watch and be encouraged. He is risen, and His victory is for you!
- Read Jeremiah 31:3 and let it settle in your heart—God’s love for you isn’t temporary or conditional; it’s everlasting. No matter where you’ve been or what you’ve faced, His love remains constant, drawing you closer with grace and kindness.