Political humorist James Boren famously said “When in doubt, mumble; when in trouble, delegate; when in charge, ponder.” In reality, to “ponder” is not a lighthearted endeavor. In the biblical sense, pondering is a mental wrestling match leaving one to grapple, weigh out, and carefully consider a matter.

For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the Lord, and he ponders all his paths.

Proverbs 5:21

Today’s verse applies the idea of God’s pondering as He considers you. Let that settle in for a moment: God is thinking about you deeply! Imagine He is completely aware of every circumstance in your life right this minute. Take in that He knows what makes you laugh, how you sing, and why you sin. Realize He knows just how hard it is for you to love yourself and forgive others. Believe it is true; He really does know you completely.

Now it’s your turn – to ponder God in return. Open His Word and discover what makes Him laugh and what moves Him to compassion. Find the incredible promises He has made specifically to those who seek Him. Earnestly pray for other people across America to join you in a unified desire to intimately know God. Pray that America will become a nation of people willing to ponder the amazing Creator.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 77:11-20