At the river of Ahava.

Ezra 8:21-23, Then I proclaimed a fast there at the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God to seek from Him a safe journey for us, our little ones, and all our possessions. For I was ashamed to request from the king troops and horsemen to protect us from the enemy on the way, because we had said to the king, "The hand of our God is favorably disposed to all those who seek Him, but His power and His anger are against all those who forsake Him." So we fasted and sought our God concerning this matter, and He listened to our entreaty.

Isn't it interesting that the lovingkindness of Almighty God brought them from the river "Ahava" which means "Love" in Hebrew? He is willing to meet us at the river called "Love," to bring us out of captivity into His presence under His protection. We can walk today in the confidence that He is with us!

Thank You for Your protection, Your presence and Your lovingkindness!