The power of remembering

 

Today's Scripture:

I recall the many miracles he did for me so long ago. Those wonderful deeds are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about them.

(Psalm 77:11–12, TLB)

Today's Word:

Notice that the psalmist said thoughts of God’s goodness were constantly in his mind. That’s a great way to live. When we learn to recall the good things God has done for us, it helps build our faith and keeps us encouraged. It’s hard to be negative when you are constantly thinking about God’s blessings and favor in your life. Too often, though, we remember what we should forget, and we forget what we should remember.

In the Scripture, after God miraculously stopped the Jordan River so the Israelites could cross over into the Promised Land, He told them to gather stones as a memorial of the event. He didn’t want them or their children to ever forget His faithfulness. Earlier this month, our church experienced the goodness of God in a remarkable way. When God protects you, when He intervenes in your circumstances, when He brings unexpected successes, set up those stones of remembrance. Then think of them on a regular basis. When you get this awareness of God’s goodness down inside you, your faith will grow and your joy will overflow.

A Prayer for Today:

“Father, thank You for all the amazing things You’ve done in my life, for the victories You’ve helped me win, the protection You’ve given me, and favor You’ve shown. Help me set up stones of remembrance so that I will always have confidence in You and will never forget Your goodness. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”