The soul needs consistent, daily awareness of God. It is when we remove God from our thoughts that our minds and affections are turned away from Him. In other words, we need more than just Bible reading, more than just a set of rules to live by. A personal walk is essential. This verse brings God into focus. It is a proclamation that God is omnipresent. He is always there! Even when we remove Him from consideration, that does nothing to actually remove Him. He is there. It is this awareness that causes the tempted to resist the temptation. It is this awareness that befriends the lonely, comforts the unappreciated, and brings hope to the oppressed and forsaken. Child of God, you are not alone! God is there, and He sees and knows you better than you know yourself. Make it your first aim today to become reacquainted with the most constant presence in your life – God Himself.