In what ways can we acknowledge God's help in our daily lives? Setting the Scene • Moses is reunited with his father-in-law Jethro after the exodus from Egypt. • He introduces his two sons. By naming the second “Eliezer,” Moses publicly stamps the story of God’s rescue onto his family line. • That simple act answers the question, “How do we acknowledge God’s help?”—we remember, we speak, we celebrate. Key Verse “and the other was named Eliezer, because Moses had said, ‘The God of my father is my helper; He delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh.’” (Exodus 18:4) What Moses Did—And Why It Matters • He attached a testimony to a name. Every time he called “Eliezer,” he proclaimed, “God helped me.” • He linked past deliverance to present identity; the rescue in Egypt shaped everyday family life. • He demonstrated that acknowledging God is more than private gratitude—it’s a public marker others can see. Lessons on Acknowledging God’s Help • Remember intentionally – Deuteronomy 4:9: “Only be on guard and diligently watch yourselves so that you do not forget…” – Keep mental snapshots of answered prayer, unexpected provision, protection on the road, strength in weakness. • Speak it out loud – Psalm 124:8: “Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.” – Testimonies encourage others and reinforce faith in us. • Build memorials – 1 Samuel 7:12: Samuel set up a stone and named it Ebenezer, “Thus far the LORD has helped us.” – Today: journal entries, framed verses, a special family tradition, worship playlists that mark milestones. • Give thanks continuously – 1 Thessalonians 5:18: “Give thanks in every circumstance…” – Gratitude turns random moments into worship moments. • Live dependently – John 15:5: “Apart from Me you can do nothing.” – Needing Him is not weakness; it’s reality. Acknowledging help starts with admitting we can’t self-rescue. • Obey promptly – Colossians 3:17: do everything “in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks…” – Each act of obedience says, “I trust the One who helps me.” Related Scriptures to Deepen Our Understanding • Psalm 103:2—“Bless the LORD… do not forget all His kind deeds.” • James 1:17—“Every good and perfect gift is from above…” • Psalm 124:1-2—If the LORD had not been on our side, we would have been overwhelmed. Recognition fuels worship. Practical Ways to Recognize and Celebrate His Help • Keep a “God’s help” journal: jot one line each evening about where you saw His hand. • Share stories at the dinner table; let kids hear modern-day “Exodus moments.” • Set calendar reminders on anniversaries of answered prayers. • Use visible cues—photos, stones, crafts—placed where you see them daily. • Start emails or texts with a quick “Praise report:” before diving into routine updates. • Sing or hum a worship chorus the moment relief comes (parking spot, headache lifted, project finished). • Practice immediate “Thank You, Lord” prayers—short, sincere bursts of gratitude wherever you are. Encouragement for Today Like Moses, we each bear a personal history titled “God Helped Me.” Naming it, rehearsing it, and sharing it turns ordinary days into living Ebenezers. The more attentively we trace His fingerprints, the more confidently we’ll face tomorrow—already convinced the Helper is near. |
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