How can we avoid forgetting God's power as Israel did in Psalm 78:42? The warning in Psalm 78:42 “They did not remember His power—the day He redeemed them from the adversary.” (Psalm 78:42) Israel saw the plagues, the Red Sea, and the manna, yet drifted into doubt because God’s works slipped from daily view and daily conversation. Why forgetfulness is dangerous • It breeds unbelief and disobedience (Psalm 106:13). • It replaces worship with self-reliance (Exodus 32:1). • Gratitude turns to grumbling (Numbers 11:4-6). • What one generation forgets, the next never learns (Judges 2:10). God’s prescription for remembering • Talk about His deeds continually (Deuteronomy 6:7). • Raise visible memorials—like the Jordan stones (Joshua 4:6-7). • Keep redemption feasts (Exodus 12:14). • Sing and proclaim His wonders (1 Chronicles 16:12). • “Do this in remembrance of Me” at the Lord’s Table (Luke 22:19). • Stir one another up by reminder (2 Peter 1:12-13). Practical habits that keep God’s power vivid • Begin and end each day with praise—Psalm 92:1-2. • Maintain a “works of God” journal (Psalm 77:11-12). • Memorize power verses: Jeremiah 32:17; Ephesians 3:20; Isaiah 46:9. • Share testimonies at meals and gatherings (Psalm 145:4-7). • Mark anniversaries of answered prayer. • Serve others and watch God change lives (1 Peter 4:11). • Observe creation and link it to the Creator (Psalm 19:1). Guardrails against spiritual amnesia • Replace grumbling with gratitude (Philippians 2:14-16). • Limit influences that glorify human strength. • Stay in close fellowship (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Confess sin quickly (Psalm 32:3-5). • Post Scripture where eyes linger (Deuteronomy 6:9). A lifelong commitment Daily, deliberate remembrance anchors faith, fuels worship, and lets the next generation see that the God who once redeemed still works in power today. |
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