How can Psalm 118:21 inspire us to share our faith with others? Gratitude That Can’t Stay Quiet Psalm 118:21 says, “I will give You thanks, for You have answered me, and You have become my salvation.” •The psalmist’s gratitude flows from two realities: God hears prayer (“You have answered me”) and God rescues (“You have become my salvation”). •When those truths grip our hearts, silence feels unnatural. Genuine thankfulness naturally turns outward, seeking someone to tell. Salvation That Overflows •Salvation is not a private possession; it’s a living relationship meant to overflow (John 7:38). •The more we dwell on “You have become my salvation,” the more we see that God Himself is the gift, not merely a benefit package. •Remembering that personal rescue equips us with a personal story—simple, honest, compelling. Why We Speak Up Psalm 118:21 fuels three core motivations: 1.Gratitude—“I will give You thanks.” We speak because we’re thankful. 2.Assurance—“You have answered me.” We’re confident God still answers others. 3.Identity—“You have become my salvation.” Our whole identity is now rooted in Christ; sharing Him is sharing ourselves. Scriptures That Echo the Call •Psalm 107:2 – “Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy.” •Acts 4:20 – “For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.” •2 Corinthians 4:13 – “I believed; therefore I have spoken.” •Matthew 10:32 – “Everyone who confesses Me before men, I will also confess him before My Father in heaven.” •1 Peter 2:9 – We proclaim His excellencies because He called us out of darkness into light. Practical Ways to Turn Gratitude into Witness •Share answered-prayer moments in everyday conversation. A simple “God really helped me with…” honors Him and opens doors. •Write a brief testimony you can tell in three minutes: life before Christ, how He saved you, life now. •Keep Psalm 118:21 on a sticky note or phone background; let it prompt you to speak when opportunities appear. •Celebrate salvation publicly—baptisms, social media posts, thanksgiving at meals—so others hear real-life praise. •Pray daily for one person by name, asking God to make your gratitude tangible to them. When He answers, circle back and share. A Final Encouragement The same God who “has become [our] salvation” is eager to become the salvation of neighbors, coworkers, and friends. Every time we echo Psalm 118:21, we invite them to experience the same answer and the same Savior. |
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