What actions demonstrate remembering God as our Savior today? Verse Focus Psalm 106:21: “They forgot God their Savior, who did great things in Egypt.” Why Forgetfulness Is Dangerous • Forgetfulness breeds rebellion and idolatry, as Israel’s history shows. • Deuteronomy 8:11: “Be careful not to forget the LORD your God by failing to keep His commandments and decrees and statutes….” • Neglect of grateful remembrance darkens the heart and silences praise. Actions That Keep Us Remembering 1. Gratitude Expressed • Psalm 103:2: “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and do not forget all His kind deeds—.” • Begin and end each day naming specific mercies. 2. Storytelling His Deliverance • Share personal salvation stories and answered prayers, echoing Psalm 78:4. 3. Obedient Living • James 1:22: “Be doers of the word….” Obedience is lived remembrance. 4. Regular Communion • 1 Corinthians 11:24: “Do this in remembrance of Me.” The Lord’s Supper keeps the cross central. 5. Gospel Proclamation • Matthew 28:19–20 turns every witness opportunity into a fresh rehearsal of His saving work. Practices for Daily Life • Morning Scripture meditation anchors the mind. • A gratitude journal cultivates thanksgiving (1 Thessalonians 5:18). • Singing hymns or psalms throughout the day echoes Ephesians 5:19. • Digital reminders flashing promises of God interrupt forgetfulness. • Immediate praise when prayers are answered, following Luke 17:15–16. Corporate Rhythms That Refresh Memory • Lord’s Day worship recounts redemption (Hebrews 10:25). • Baptism services visibly preach the gospel (Romans 6:4). • Fellowship conversations that spotlight God’s recent works (Malachi 3:16). Guardrails Against Spiritual Amnesia • Reject idols—anything stealing affection from Christ (1 John 5:21). • Practice Sabbath rest to celebrate His provision (Exodus 20:8–11). • Give generously, affirming Deuteronomy 8:18. Living Testimonies That Stir Remembrance • Serve the needy, mirroring His rescue (Isaiah 58:10). • Extend forgiveness, reflecting the Savior (Ephesians 4:32). • Pursue holiness; remembering the Savior means bearing His likeness (1 Peter 1:15–16). Closing Charge “Remember from where you have fallen; repent and perform the deeds you did at first” (Revelation 2:5). Grateful praise, active obedience, wholehearted worship, bold witness, and compassionate service keep hearts fixed on God our Savior today. |
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