I have been singing this verse with my kids for years now. It is such a gentle reminder to be gentle with others and with ourselves because God is gentle with us. It’s the verse I sing over myself when I notice my heart beating fast in anger or frustration with my kids or even random people on the internet. It reminds me that I get to live from a place of belonging , being fully known AND fully loved, and when I remember that I am loved in spite of all my shortcomings and all my mistakes, something shifts in my heart. I remember to give mercy and grace. I remember to forgive. I remember that whomever I’m frustrated with , whether it be my own child, the slow car in front of me in traffic, or a stranger online, they are made in the image of God and they are all fighting their own battles. Empathy floods in, and Love takes anger’s hand, reminds me to take a deep breath and remember that every beating human heart is precious to God. The anger and frustration pass, and I’m able to move forward in peace. Forgiving others always does this for my heart. It helps us both acknowledge the pain or frustration, AND let it go so it doesn’t continue to harm me or cause my body stress and anxiety. I love the invitation this verse gives to me and to my kids , over and over again. Remember Love, and then walk in Love. #shorts #ellieholcomb #bibleverses #memorymondays