O Lord, how long will you look on? Rescue my life from their ravages, my precious life from these lions. Psalm 35:17
There are certain works of art that are priceless - more precious than one could imagine. Consider the Mona Lisa. How much would be paid if she were placed on the auction block? Why is this combination of paint and canvas so priceless?
Any collector will tell you. One-of-a-kind objects are worth the most - especially those bearing the signature of the artist.
With this in mind, why have I taken life for granted? Why have I treated it as worthless when it is one-of-a-kind. Each of us only has one life to live on this earth. We have been uniquely formed by God, and His signature can be found if we are willing to look for it.
What a precious gift He has given us.
Lord, so often I have seen my life as something to be pushed aside and forgotten. I haven't taken care of myself. Too many times, I seem to have left myself vulnerable to the ravages of the enemy.
Forgive me for not understanding how precious life is. There is only one me. You have placed your signature on me, and I am priceless. Help me to never take it for granted again. Thank You for making a masterpiece of each of us. May You be glorified by the works of Your hands today.