How does Miriam's example encourage us to express gratitude for God's deliverance? Setting the Scene “Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron’s sister, took a tambourine in her hand, and all the women followed her with tambourines and dancing.” (Exodus 15:20) Quick, Visible Praise • Deliverance was moments old, yet Miriam did not wait for a formal service. • Gratitude poured out immediately, teaching us to thank God the moment we see His hand (cf. Psalm 106:12). Worship Engages the Whole Person • She “took a tambourine… dancing.” Body, voice, and instrument unified in praise (Psalm 150:4). • God’s rescues warrant wholehearted response—mind, emotions, and actions (Acts 3:8). Leading Others to Join In • “All the women followed her.” Grateful worship is contagious. • Our visible thanks invites family, friends, and church to celebrate God’s works together (1 Chronicles 16:8). Marking the Memory of Deliverance • The tambourines likely survived brutal slavery for this very day—faith anticipating praise. • Tangible reminders (a journal, a song, a testimony) help future generations recall the Lord’s victories (Joshua 4:6-7). Echoes through Scripture • Moses’ song continues in Revelation 15:3, showing that celebrating redemption transcends time. • Jesus applauded the healed leper who returned to give thanks (Luke 17:15-16); Miriam foreshadows that grateful heart. Practical Ways to Follow Miriam’s Example – Thank God immediately when He answers prayer—say it aloud. – Use music: sing a hymn, play an instrument, create a playlist of deliverance songs. – Move: lift hands, kneel, dance—let your body agree with your lips. – Share the story: post it, call a friend, testify in church so others can praise too. – Keep symbols of victory (a date written in your Bible, a saved hospital bracelet) as prompts for recurring gratitude. Summary Miriam shows that when God delivers, we respond at once, with all we are, inviting others to rejoice and keeping the memory alive for years to come. |
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