Surely

Psalm 23:6 NKJV “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.”

The psalmist does not start off this scripture with words like “maybe,” or “perhaps,” or “possibly,” or “hopefully.” No, he says, “Surely,” which means absolutely, without a doubt! Certainly! There are a lot of things in life we cannot be sure of. People go for a physical checkup and suddenly discover they have a serious health situation. You work in the same company for years believing your job is secure, but they downsize, and you are let go. You pray for your children, live an exemplary life before them, and teach them what is right, and then you find somewhere along the way they slipped into unrighteous lifestyle. As a redeemed child of God, here are two things you can be sure of: God’s “goodness and mercy.” But what is your concept of God?  Your concept of God will determine your confidence in Him. David was far from being perfect considering his many wrong choices and antics. But he never doubted God’s goodness and mercy toward him: “This I know that God is for me” (Psalm 56:9) Jesus said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5 NKJV). He will be with you through thick and thin; He will be your rock and defense in times of trouble. God’s goodness guarantees every need you have can be met, and His mercy guarantees that every sin you commit can be forgiven. God’s goodness and mercy will drive you back into His loving arms every time. Surely, God cares about you!