Keen’s Place of Comfort

Keen is only a few months old, but he already knows what makes him feel happy and safe. He knows Mommy is the one who feeds him, and when he is hungry he is always happy to go to her! When he is full and content, Keen likes to look around and make noises. He likes it when his brothers talk and smile at him. And he especially likes back rubs! But sometimes Keen is not happy and a worried look comes on his face.

“Keen is feeling stressed by something,” Mommy says. “Can you help make him happy?” His brothers try to make him smile, but instead Keen starts to fuss. Then Daddy says, “Let me hold him.” When Keen feels Daddy’s strong arms he stops crying. He snuggles his little head against Daddy’s bristly chin and listens to his deep calm voice. Keen lays quietly on Daddy’s chest. He knows Daddy will keep him safe. “Look,” Mommy says. “Keen is calm and content now!”

Keen has a special place to go when he needs comfort, doesn’t he? In the same way, our Heavenly Father has a special place for us to feel safe, no matter what is bothering us. His arms are so strong that they can carry the whole world—and they never wear out! We can trust Him to lift us up and hold us safely when we are fearful or overwhelmed. When we press close to Him, we can feel the security and warmth of His love for us. Be still now and listen! The rumble of His mighty voice fills our ears and chases away all our troubles. How comforting to just lay quietly and know that our great loving Daddy will keep us safe!

—shared by Keen’s mommy