When Mom's Hug Isn't Enough

Mothers are usually the prime care givers to their children especially when the children are young. During this caring time, babies develop emotional attachments with mom. A healthy attachment sets up the child to have stable relationships later in life. Mothers seem to have a sixth sense when it comes to the safety and wellbeing of their children. They are constantly on the watch to ensure their children are protected. Moms sacrifice so much of themselves in the raising of their children. They do all this from the deep resources of love they have for their children. But what happens when mother’s love is not available? What happens when mother’s hug is not enough to bring us comfort? God says in Isaiah 49:15-16 “Even if a mother forgets her nursing child, I will not forget you. I have engraved you on the palms of my hand.” This week the sermon will examine this deep love of God for us.