## Title: The Lord is Here ## Scripture: (Haggai 1:13) Then Haggai, the Lord’s messenger, spoke the Lord’s announcement to the people: “I am with you,” decrees the Lord. (NET) ## Observation: One of the greatest encouragements the Lord consistently gives to His people is the promise of His presence. This is a big deal. As a father, I wanted to attend every sporting event my girls participated in. Honestly, the main reason was not so I could affect the game. The reason was because I knew it affected them. When I was there, I could see them constantly looking over to make sure I could see and that my eyes were on them. My presence gave them confidence and made them want to try just a little harder. This is what God is saying. He’s telling the people that He is “in the stands” and watching over them. They can move forward knowing He is cheering them on and ready to act on their behalf. How would it change your day to know that your Heavenly Father is in the stands watching you with a smile on His face. Not because He expects you to do something great today, but simply because you are His. ## Application: Live today as though the King is smiling at you. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for being with us in every situation and through every circumstance.