SCRIPTURE READINGS

1. Matthew 18:10 (Main Text)

   “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.”

2. Psalm 139:13-14

   “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

3. Isaiah 43:4

   “Since you are precious and honored in my sight, and because I love you, I will give people in exchange for you, nations in exchange for your life.”

4. John 3:16

   “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

ELLEN G. WHITE QUOTATION

“Christ’s love is as broad as the universe and as deep as eternity. It reaches to the lowest sinner, embraces the most repulsive, and counts every soul as of infinite value. Not one is so obscure or so unworthy but that he is precious in His sight. He knows each one by name, and His love for each is as real and as tender as if there were no other to love.” – The Desire of Ages, p. 15

REFLECTION & FAITH IN ACTION

Jesus makes it clear that no person is insignificant or unworthy of value. Even those the world might overlook or dismiss are seen, known, and cherished by Him. Our faith calls us to live out this truth:

• Look for someone today who may feel invisible or unvalued – a neighbor, coworker, or stranger – and offer them a kind word, a listening ear, or a small act of service.
• When we are tempted to judge or dismiss others, remember that they are fearfully and wonderfully made, loved by God just as much as we are.
• Pray for the ability to see people as Jesus sees them: as precious souls for whom He gave His life.

CLOSING PRAYER

Heavenly Father, thank You that every person is precious in Your sight – no one is too small, too broken, or too far from You to be loved. Help me to live today with eyes to see the value in those around me, and a heart to treat them with the same kindness and care that Jesus shows. Teach me to reflect Your love in every interaction, so that others may know how deeply they are cherished by You. In Jesus’ name, amen.