In what ways can we recognize God's "marvelous things" in our daily routine? Marvelous Things in Mundane Moments—Psalm 98:1 “Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done marvelous things; His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him.” Marvelous Thing #1: The Gift of a New Day • Each sunrise repeats the Lord’s “new song” of mercy (Lamentations 3:22-23). • Breathing, waking, thinking—every involuntary action is the sustaining power of His “right hand” (Acts 17:25). • Pausing before schedules begin turns routine into worship. Marvelous Thing #2: Ordinary Work as Divine Assignment • “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23) • Desk tasks, caregiving, errands—every duty becomes a stage to display His excellence. • Re-label chores as “cultivating His creation,” echoing Genesis 2:15. Marvelous Thing #3: People as Living Reminders • Family, co-workers, strangers bear God’s image (Genesis 1:27). • A smile, a conflict resolved, a shared meal—each interaction reveals facets of His love (1 John 4:12). • Listening attentively lets us “tell of all [His] wonders” (Psalm 9:1) by noticing them in others. Marvelous Thing #4: Small Provisions, Big Testimony • Lunch on the table, a parking spot found, a bill paid—evidence of Matthew 6:32-33 in action. • Keep a running gratitude list; hindsight magnifies His daily care. • Speaking these provisions aloud fosters faith in those around us. Marvelous Thing #5: Unplanned Interruptions • Detours and delays often hide divine appointments (Proverbs 16:9). • Rather than irritation, ask, “How is God working salvation here?” mirroring Psalm 98:1’s perspective. • Testimonies frequently spring from what felt inconvenient. Marvelous Thing #6: Nature’s Continuous Sermon • “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” (Psalm 19:1) • Birdsong during a commute, stars above a porch—mini-revelations of His artistry. • Let creation redirect thoughts to the Creator, anchoring stress in wonder. Marvelous Thing #7: Inner Transformation • Notice moments when patience replaces anger or peace quiets anxiety—evidence of Philippians 2:13. • These subtle shifts showcase the same “holy arm” that accomplished redemption. • Celebrate progress, however incremental, as part of His marvelous story. Practical Habits for Seeing the Marvelous • Begin and end the day with a brief “Psalm 98:1 pause”—name one fresh marvel. • Place verse reminders (phone lock screen, sticky notes) where routine happens. • Share daily discoveries around the dinner table or with a friend to “declare His glory among the nations” (Psalm 96:3). God’s marvelous things are rarely hidden; they’re simply overlooked. Training our eyes and hearts to see them turns the ordinary rhythm of life into a continual, joyful anthem of praise. |
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