Challenge139 — Day 26

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Today’s Scripture — Psalm 139:17–18

“How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them! If I should count them, they are more in number than the sand: when I awake, I am still with thee.” — Psalm 139:17–18, KJV

Devotional Reflection — How Precious Are His Thoughts of Me

Sis, yesterday we reflected on the incredible truth that you are on God’s mind. Today, let’s sit with the word David uses to describe God’s thoughts toward him: precious.

“How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God!”

Not occasional thoughts. Not careless thoughts. Precious thoughts. David goes on to say that if he tried to count them, they would outnumber the sand. What an incredible picture of how continuously and intimately God is aware of us.

But today, let’s turn the question around.

If God thinks so much about me, how much do I think about Him?

We can go hours thinking about work, family, bills, appointments, dinner, social media, problems, plans, and everything we need to accomplish. None of those things are necessarily wrong, but how often does God enter our thoughts throughout an ordinary day?

Not just during morning devotion or when we need something.

Not just on Sunday mornings when we walk in to church. But thorughout everyday.

What if knowing how often God thinks about us caused us to become more intentional about thinking about Him?

Maybe you see something beautiful and think, “God, thank You.” Maybe something worries you and your first thought becomes, “God, I trust You.” Maybe something wonderful happens and you immediately think, “Look at God!” Maybe you’re sitting quietly and simply whisper, “Lord, I love You.”

Today isn’t about reaching a certain number or feeling guilty if your tally is small. It’s simply an opportunity to become aware of where your mind goes throughout the day and begin inviting God into more of those moments.

Journal Prompt

How Often Do I Think About God?

Before beginning today’s challenge, honestly answer:

What occupies most of my thoughts during an ordinary day?

Then consider:

If God’s thoughts toward me are precious and more numerous than the sand, what are my thoughts toward Him? How often do I intentionally turn my mind toward God?

Write one way you can begin making God a more natural part of your everyday thoughts.

Today’s Challenge

Challenge139 — Day 26: Count Your Thoughts

Today, we’re going to do something simple—but it may teach us a lot.

Keep a tally of every time you intentionally think about God today.

Use a piece of paper, your journal, a tablet, or open the Notes app on your phone. Every time your thoughts intentionally turn toward God, make one tally mark:

Maybe you thank Him.

Maybe you remember a Scripture.

Maybe you ask for His help.

Maybe you see something beautiful and think about your Creator.

Maybe you simply think, “God, I love You.”

Don’t force it, and don’t worry about getting a high number. This isn’t a competition or a spiritual scorecard. We’re simply becoming more aware of how often our minds naturally turn toward the One whose thoughts toward us are more numerous than the sand.

At the end of the day, look at your tally marks and ask:

“Lord, how can I make more room for You in my everyday thoughts?”

Then tomorrow, try again.

Today’s Prayer

Father, it amazes me to know that Your thoughts toward me are precious and more numerous than I could ever count. Thank You for knowing me, seeing me, loving me, and keeping me on Your mind. Today, help me become more aware of You. In the ordinary moments of my day, turn my thoughts toward Your goodness, Your presence, Your Word, and Your love. I don’t want to only think about You when I need something. I want knowing You to become part of the rhythm of my everyday life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Sis, Remember This…

God’s thoughts toward you are precious and more numerous than the sand.

Now here’s the question:

How often does your mind turn toward Him?

Not out of obligation. Not because you’re keeping score. But because when someone means something to you, you think about them.

Sis, make room for God in the ordinary moments today. Let Him become more than part of your devotional time—let Him become part of your thought life.