How can we avoid forgetting "His works" as mentioned in Psalm 78:11? They Forgot His Works—Psalm 78:11 “They forgot what He had done, the wonders He had shown them.” (Psalm 78:11) Why Forgetfulness Is So Dangerous • It dulls gratitude and breeds complaint (Numbers 11:1–6). • It weakens faith for today’s trials (Judges 8:33–34). • It leads to disobedience and idolatry (Deuteronomy 8:11–14). Roots of Spiritual Amnesia • Distraction by daily pressures (Luke 10:40). • Neglect of Scripture (Joshua 1:8). • Isolation from believing community (Hebrews 10:24–25). • Sin that clouds memory and desire (Hebrews 3:13). Practical Ways to Keep His Works Fresh 1. Daily Scripture Intake – Read, recite, or listen; focus on His mighty acts (Psalm 105). – “Do not forget all His benefits” (Psalm 103:2). 2. Intentional Remembering • Journaling – Record answered prayers, providences, key verses. • Memorial Objects – Stones, photos, art that spark stories of God’s help (Joshua 4:6–7). 3. Verbal Testimony – Share recent God-moments in family devotions or small groups (Psalm 145:4). – Encourage children to retell them; repetition cements memory (Deuteronomy 6:20–21). 4. Rhythms of Worship – Sing songs rooted in God’s deeds (Exodus 15:1–2). – Celebrate the Lord’s Supper with focused gratitude (1 Corinthians 11:24–25). 5. Obedient Action – Act promptly on what God has shown; obedience engraves truth (John 13:17). – Serve others in His name; living the lesson reinforces it (James 1:22–25). 6. Corporate Remembrance – Observe church calendar highlights: Resurrection Sunday, Pentecost, missions anniversaries. – Participate in testimonies, baptisms, and mission reports (Acts 14:27). Scripture Anchors to Stir Our Memory • Deuteronomy 6:12 — “be careful not to forget the LORD Who brought you out of Egypt.” • Psalm 77:11 — “I will remember the works of the LORD.” • Isaiah 46:9 — “Remember the former things of old; I am God.” • 2 Peter 1:12–15 — Peter writes to “remind” so believers never forget. Putting It Into Practice This Week – Schedule a short daily “remembrance pause” right after breakfast. – Note one specific instance of God’s care each evening. – Tell one person before Sunday what God did for you this week. – Place a visible reminder (stone, sticky note, screen saver) where you work. Final Encouragement Regular, deliberate remembrance turns past wonders into present confidence and future hope. “I will remember Your wonders of old” (Psalm 77:11)—and so can we, by His grace. |
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