What other scriptures emphasize the importance of recognizing God's works? Psalm 28:5—Starting Point “Because they do not understand the LORD’s works or the work of His hands, He will tear them down and never rebuild them.” Old Testament Echoes—Calls to Notice His Hand “But they do not regard the deeds of the LORD, nor consider the work of His hands.” “Listen to this, Job; stand still and consider the wonders of God.” “Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them.” “How great are Your works, O LORD, how deep are Your thoughts!” “One generation will commend Your works to the next, and they shall proclaim Your mighty acts.… I will declare the splendor of Your majesty and Your wondrous works.” “You ignored the Rock who begot you; you forgot the God who gave you birth.” Old Testament Warnings—What Happens When We Ignore His Works Moses cautions Israel not to forget the LORD once they enjoy the Promised Land’s abundance. “They forgot what He had done, the wonders He had shown them.” The clay questions the potter when it does not acknowledge His forming hand. New Testament Highlights—Seeing His Works in Christ “This happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.… We must do the works of Him who sent Me while it is day.” “The works the Father has given Me to accomplish—these very works I am doing—testify that the Father has sent Me.” On Pentecost the crowd hears believers “declaring the magnificent works of God.” “Yet He has not left Himself without testimony: He has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and fruitful seasons, filling you with food and gladness.” Creation itself leaves humanity “without excuse” because God’s attributes are “clearly seen” in His works. Israel “saw My works for forty years” yet still hardened their hearts—a sober reminder. “Great and marvelous are Your works, Lord God Almighty; just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!” Why Recognizing God’s Works Matters • Builds reverence—seeing His power leads to worship rather than indifference. • Fuels gratitude—acknowledging His providence guards against pride and forgetfulness. • Strengthens faith—recalling past deliverances anchors present trust. • Warns against judgment—scripture repeatedly links willful blindness to God’s works with discipline or loss. Practical Ways to Keep His Works in View - Read and rehearse biblical accounts of His mighty acts. - Observe creation daily; let nature preach His glory (Romans 1:20). - Share testimonies of answered prayer, inviting others to “declare His works with rejoicing” (Psalm 107:22). - Pass the stories on—parents, mentors, and churches echo Psalm 145:4 when one generation tells the next. |
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