Seen by God…

Seen by God… I was standing on a hill on Orcas Island. I had come there to encounter God, to hear His voice, and I had heard… Nothing. I was frustrated. I went for a walk and cried out, “Do you see me? Do you know I am here? Do you even know my name?” True story… I turned around and there on the ground, just behind me, were metal letters nailed to a burned-out log that said, “GRANT.” Today I’m reflecting on a simple but profound truth: even when I feel unseen, I am fully seen by God. There have been moments in my life—like walking through busy streets, waiting at crosswalks, or standing in a crowd—where I’ve felt overlooked, unnoticed, even invisible. Those moments stir something deeper in me. Not just frustration, but a longing to be acknowledged, to matter, to be recognized. But the Gospel reminds me that my value has never been tied to human visibility. God sees what others miss. He sees the quiet steps of obedience, the hidden acts of faith, and the unseen moments of trust. That truth anchors my identity. Psalm 139 says: “You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar.” (Psalm 139:1–2, NIV) This verse reminds me that God’s awareness of me is deeply personal and constant. I am not overlooked in His presence. I am fully known. You are fully known, too. Every step I take, every hesitation I feel, every quiet prayer I whisper—He is attentive to it all. I’m learning that what feels like invisibility in the eyes of others can actually be an invitation into deeper dependence on God. When I’m not striving for attention, I’m freer to rest in His affirmation. When I’m not chasing recognition, I can focus on obedience. Today, I want to shift my perspective. Instead of asking, “Do others see me?” I want to ask, “Am I living in a way that honors the One who always sees me?” Let’s pray together: Lord, thank You that I am fully known and fully seen by You. Help me release the need for human approval and rest in Your constant presence. Teach me to walk in quiet confidence, trusting that my life matters deeply to You, even in unseen moments. Shape my heart to seek faithfulness over recognition, and obedience over applause. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Never forget my friend, You are a miracle! Grant Fishbook