One of the most beloved hymns of all time is “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” and it has a powerful, but simple story. Mrs. Civilla Martin wrote the text to this wonderful hymn in 1904 as she visited a dear friend. Her friend, who we do not have a name for, was bedridden and had been for some time. Mrs. Martin asked her if she ever felt discouraged by her situation, and her friend replied quickly, “Mrs. Martin, how could I ever be discouraged when I know my heavenly Father watches over every little sparrow and I know He loves and cares for me?” Within just a few minutes Mrs. Martin had written the words to the hymn we still sing today. Scripture makes clear that God takes great care of even the most common of little birds, how much more will He care for us.

 
If you feel discouraged, forgotten, or left out, just remember that God says we will soar on the wings of eagles. What a majestic and incredible thought. Wherever you go and whatever you do, take the peace and joy of the Lord with you and let people see that difference shining in you.

 
Why should I feel discouraged?
Why should the shadows fall?
Why should my heart be lonely,
and long for heaven and home,
when Jesus is my portion?
My constant friend is He:
His eye is on the sparrow,
And I know He watches me.

 

“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? Yet now one will fall to the ground apart from the will of your Father in heaven. And even the very hairs on your head are numbered. So, do not be afraid; you are worth far more than the sparrows.” Matthew 10:29-31