Psalm 71:5-8 5 O Lord, you alone are my hope. I’ve trusted you, O LORD, from childhood. 6 Yes, you have been with me from birth; from my mother’s womb you have cared for me. No wonder I am always praising you! 7 My life is an example to many, because you have been my strength and protection. 8 That is why I can never stop praising you; I declare your glory all day long.

David is reflecting on the fact that he has loved God his whole life.  In fact, that he’s always had a knowledge or familiarity with the Lord.  He finds so much joy in that, that he continually praises God.  He realizes that his life has a powerful testimony because it reflects God’s presence since before he was even born.

I can relate to this.  I have always known and loved God.  I’ve never felt separated from Him.  Even through the pain and heart ache of when I have been wronged.  Even through the guilt and shame of when I have made mistakes.  God is still with me. 

Lord thank you for always being with me.  Thank you for being my eternal hope.  Thank you for being a constant fixture in my heart.  May my own children have this knowledge of you, this familiarity with your presence, this love for you.