Understanding you are loved!

"Fear not, for I have redeemed you;
I have summoned you by name; you are mine." Isaiah 43:1 (b)

How many times have you questioned your life? Your importance? I remember having a lot of these questions and concerns when I was in middle school and after I moved to a new high school. I didn't know a person and I didn't believe there was anything special about me. I still question this sometimes when I am down and feeling lonely... But... This verse explains that I should know better!!! Slowly reread the verse above.
This Bible verse proves that we are special because we are chosen!!! WE ARE HIS!!! How awesome is that! God chose you and me. We are special and honored. What a privilege it is to know that He picked us. He knew us before we were born and He loves us no matter how often we fall short of His glory and Holiness.
Later on in the 43rd chapter of Isaiah it says that "When we pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the Lord, your God.... verse 4- states "Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you" I am shocked that the God of this Universe that created everything around me says that I am precious... honored... and He loves me... WOW!!! What an amazing experience having that in my life.
I know as a Christian, we are not told that life will be perfect. The Bible verse says that "When you" have these hardships. Life is hard, especially with the economy, the world issues, the local issues!!! We have a close friend who is suffering from an unknown kind of cancer. He just got married and the doctors don't know how to treat him. My husband was concerned for him and his salvation. Bryan didn't sleep for three nights because he needed to talk to this man. I hate to admit it, but I was more concerned about my issues. I felt horrible when God opened my eyes. Nothing should be more important in our lives than telling the World of His great love for us. We need to be fishers of men and women. Remember when you question your worthiness that HE has redeemed us, summoned us and YOU ARE HIS, if you put your trust in Him! Rejoice and spread the good news! We are loved. Never forget your importance in Him!