“There is something gratuitous about creation, an unnecessary abundance of beauty, and through its blossoms and pleasures we can revel in the sheer largesse of the Father.”
― Michael Reeves

In honor of Father’s Day, the following is a collection of scripture passages that were put together to make up an imaginary Father’s Day card- from God. The words are from the Bible, strung together, to create the “card”. (Parts of this were from Father Heart Communications ©1999 FathersLoveLetter.com)

My Child,

You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139:1

I know when you sit down and when you rise up. Psalm 139:2

I am familiar with all your ways.  Psalm 139:3

Even the very hairs on your head are numbered.  Matthew 10:29-31

For you were made in my image.  Genesis 1:27

In me you live and move and have your being. Acts 17:28

You are my offspring.  Acts 17:28

I knew you even before you were conceived.  Jeremiah 1:4-5

I chose you when I planned creation.  Ephesians 1:11-12

You were not a mistake, for all your days are written in my book. Psalm 139:15-16

I determined the exact time of your birth and where you would live. Acts 17:26

You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14

I knit you together in your mother’s womb.  Psalm 139:13

And brought you forth on the day you were born.   Psalm 71:6

My plan for your future has always been filled with hope. Jeremiah 29:11

Because I love you with an everlasting love.  Jeremiah 31:3

My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the seashore. Psalms 139:17-18

For I am merciful, slow to anger, and my love is vast and steadfast. Jonah 4:2

When you are brokenhearted, I am close to you.  Psalm 34:18

As a shepherd carries a lamb, I have carried you close to my heart.    Isaiah 40:11

But remember- my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are my ways your ways. Isaiah 55:8

I never faint or grow weary and my understanding is unsearchable. I give power to the weak, and increase the strength of those who have no might. Anyone who waits on me will have their strength renewed, and will be able to soar like eagles. They will be able to run and not become exhausted, and walk without becoming weak. Isaiah 40:28-31

For remember, I have graven you on the palms of my hands! Isaiah 49:16

Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand.  James 1:17

For I am your provider and I meet all your needs.  Matthew 6:31-33

All I require is that you do justice, love and perform kindness, and walk along with me in humbleness.    Micah 6:8

For my compassion is for all of my creation. Psalm 145:9

Love…Abba- your father