Remember God’s Works
In the last days I have been doing some serious thinking on my life and the lives of others around me. I see the frailty mixed with stubborn natures. I see people that were once strong – now weak. I see humanity. Then I look in the mirror and see that I am the same.
I must remember one thing – that is – through it all God has never given up on us – or me. He still loves us and is there every moment or every day of every week and will continue persistent until my(and your) very end.
These devotional words are a great help to me today.
~ Pastor Murray ~
Remember God’s Works
It's easy to forget a lot of things, but when we forget the awesome works of God, we lose something very important. The Bible often reminds us to remember the works of God, to pay attention to His acts and His promises to His people in the past, the present and the future. Let's take a look.
What Does God Say?
Psalm 105 is addressed to the people of Israel and calls them to worship.
"Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness.Let the whole world know what he has done....Remember the wonders he has performed,his miracles, and the rulings he has given" (Psalm 105:1,5; NLT)
What are these wonders, miracles and rulings? Well, read the rest of the psalm, and you'll see the history of God at work in His people. It began with God's covenant to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and their descendants to provide them with a land of their own (Psalm 105:8-11). He protected them when their numbers were few and they were living among foreign nations (Psalm 105:12-15). During a famine, He used Joseph as a slave in Egypt to provide a refuge and help (Psalm 105:16-22). Later, God was at work with Moses and through plagues and the Passover to deliver His people from slavery (Psalm 105:26-38). He protected them, guided them, instructed them and led them to the Promised Land (Psalm 105:39-44). All of this because of a promise and the desire to see His people obey and walk with Him (Psalm 105:45).
That's the bare bones history of God's works with His people. But He's also at work for us, as individuals. David wrote:
"He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases.He redeems me from deathand crowns me with love and tender mercies.He fills my life with good things.My youth is renewed like the eagle's! (Psalm 103:3-5, NLT).
Take a look at the rest of Psalm 103, especially verses 6-14, and discover more of God's wonderful works on your behalf.
My Thoughts
A number of psalms recount God's works in order that we learn to put our trust in Him and focus our worship on Him. Psalm 107 is divided into sections that focus on God's work with different types of people. Read each section, identify the group and describe what God did for them.
Psalm 107:43 gives us a reason to remember God's works:
"Those who are wise will take all this to heart; they will see in our history the faithful love of the LORD" (NLT).
How well do you think others see the "faithful love of the Lord" in your "history"?
My Part
Take a few minutes to create your own "psalm" of remembrance. Think through the works of God in your life: His salvation, guidance, provision, protection, the lessons of hard times, what He's spoken to you through His Word, etc.
Write it out, and keep it in your Bible to remind you of God's works. You could also turn it into a song or create artwork that reflects your "psalm." Whatever form you choose, make it a lasting reminder of God's faithful love for you.
Now, if your experience with God is new and you don't have a lot of "history" yet, draw on the stories and accounts you find in God's Word and be confident that God has not changed. His works on behalf of others reflect the same love and passion He has for you.
(Note: Devotional borrowed from Back to The Bible - http://www.backtothebible.org/minute/content.php/15)
I must remember one thing – that is – through it all God has never given up on us – or me. He still loves us and is there every moment or every day of every week and will continue persistent until my(and your) very end.
These devotional words are a great help to me today.
~ Pastor Murray ~
Remember God’s Works
It's easy to forget a lot of things, but when we forget the awesome works of God, we lose something very important. The Bible often reminds us to remember the works of God, to pay attention to His acts and His promises to His people in the past, the present and the future. Let's take a look.
What Does God Say?
Psalm 105 is addressed to the people of Israel and calls them to worship.
"Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness.Let the whole world know what he has done....Remember the wonders he has performed,his miracles, and the rulings he has given" (Psalm 105:1,5; NLT)
What are these wonders, miracles and rulings? Well, read the rest of the psalm, and you'll see the history of God at work in His people. It began with God's covenant to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and their descendants to provide them with a land of their own (Psalm 105:8-11). He protected them when their numbers were few and they were living among foreign nations (Psalm 105:12-15). During a famine, He used Joseph as a slave in Egypt to provide a refuge and help (Psalm 105:16-22). Later, God was at work with Moses and through plagues and the Passover to deliver His people from slavery (Psalm 105:26-38). He protected them, guided them, instructed them and led them to the Promised Land (Psalm 105:39-44). All of this because of a promise and the desire to see His people obey and walk with Him (Psalm 105:45).
That's the bare bones history of God's works with His people. But He's also at work for us, as individuals. David wrote:
"He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases.He redeems me from deathand crowns me with love and tender mercies.He fills my life with good things.My youth is renewed like the eagle's! (Psalm 103:3-5, NLT).
Take a look at the rest of Psalm 103, especially verses 6-14, and discover more of God's wonderful works on your behalf.
My Thoughts
A number of psalms recount God's works in order that we learn to put our trust in Him and focus our worship on Him. Psalm 107 is divided into sections that focus on God's work with different types of people. Read each section, identify the group and describe what God did for them.
- Psalm 107:1-3
- Psalm 107:17-22
- Psalm 107:4-9
- Psalm 107:23-32
- Psalm 107:10-16
- Psalm 107:33-40
Where do you see parallels in your life or things you can identify with?
What is the common response from those who recognize God's works?
Psalm 107:43 gives us a reason to remember God's works:
"Those who are wise will take all this to heart; they will see in our history the faithful love of the LORD" (NLT).
How well do you think others see the "faithful love of the Lord" in your "history"?
My Part
Take a few minutes to create your own "psalm" of remembrance. Think through the works of God in your life: His salvation, guidance, provision, protection, the lessons of hard times, what He's spoken to you through His Word, etc.
Write it out, and keep it in your Bible to remind you of God's works. You could also turn it into a song or create artwork that reflects your "psalm." Whatever form you choose, make it a lasting reminder of God's faithful love for you.
Now, if your experience with God is new and you don't have a lot of "history" yet, draw on the stories and accounts you find in God's Word and be confident that God has not changed. His works on behalf of others reflect the same love and passion He has for you.
(Note: Devotional borrowed from Back to The Bible - http://www.backtothebible.org/minute/content.php/15)
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Wednesday, January 17, 2007
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