The Eyes of the Lord

"The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good" (Prov. 15:3).

It is helpful to remember that the Lord sees all and knows all. As believers, this truth can be a great comfort to us. It reminds us that there is nothing the Lord does not see. He is aware of the pain and hardship. He not only sees what is happening, he is keeping a watch on it all. This implies he is keeping a record.

This verse should also concern us as believers. It is not only the good we do or the hardship we endure that God is watching. He is watching every thought, weighing every motive, seeing every action. He sees us when no one else can, he knows who we are when we're alone.

We ought to work and live as if someone is always with us, because he is. The Lord's eyes are watching us. He sees the secret good we do that no one else sees. He sees the secret bad we do that no one else sees.

He is watching, but not like some nosy neighbor who wants to see what we are doing. He watches like a father concerned for the well being of his children. He sees the evil doer and takes note of the way they mistreated his children. He also sees his children, and watches them with great interest.

Scripture reminds us that our Lord is watching us. With that thought in mind it would be wise to ask, "Is he pleased with what he sees?"