Devoted as a Dog

If you've ever owned a dog this may sound familiar. I don't own one right now but the six month old standard poodle puppy next door often stays with us while his people work during the day. This dog is one devoted animal. He is always at my feet. He follows me like a shadow. He waits for me. He wants to be where I am. If he or I wander away from each other, we both come looking for the other. With me near, he is calm, content, loving and peaceful. When he's not here, I miss him. And he's not even mine! I could be describing the Lord and me. I seek to be with Him and follow Him. I wait for Him. With Him near I can be calm and at peace. And He IS mine and I AM HIS! I love this little dog and he is truly devoted to me. How much more does my Heavenly Father love me...and I love Him. I will walk today as a devoted child of a loving Father. Be blessed by the Lord and highly favored.