How can witnessing God's works in Psalm 46:8 inspire trust during personal trials? Opening the Text “Come, see the works of the LORD, who brings devastation upon the earth.” (Psalm 46:8) The Invitation to Observe • “Come” — a personal summons to step closer, not stay distant. • “See” — engage mind and heart; don’t just hear about God’s acts, behold them. • “Works of the LORD” — His actions in history, nature, redemption, and judgment. Why Seeing God’s Works Builds Trust • Power on Display – If He can “bring devastation upon the earth,” He can certainly handle the turmoil in a single life. • Proven Track Record – Remember the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-31) and Jericho’s walls (Joshua 6:1-20). God’s past victories forecast present help. • Justice and Mercy Intertwined – His “devastation” targets evil, not the faithful (Nahum 1:7). Seeing Him judge wickedness reassures us He won’t abandon the righteous. Connecting Psalm 46:8 to Personal Trials • Trials feel chaotic; God rules over chaos (Psalm 29:10). • When life seems out of control, witnessing His control over nations (Psalm 46:9) reminds us He governs doctor reports, job losses, and strained relationships. • Verse 10 follows: “Be still and know that I am God”. Stillness is possible only after observing His mighty works. Practical Ways to “Come and See” Today 1. Read Historical Accounts – Trace God’s interventions in Scripture: Joseph’s rise (Genesis 50:20), David’s victories (1 Samuel 17). 2. Recall Personal Testimonies – Keep a journal of answered prayers; revisit it when new storms surge. 3. Observe Creation – Mountains steady beneath shifting clouds mirror His unchanging nature (Psalm 121:1-2). 4. Engage with the Body of Christ – Hear others recount God’s faithfulness; shared stories multiply trust (Hebrews 10:24-25). Further Scriptural Anchors • Isaiah 41:10 — “Do not fear, for I am with you…” • Lamentations 3:22-23 — His mercies “are new every morning.” • Romans 8:28 — God works “all things together for good” for those who love Him. Take-Away Points to Hold Onto • God’s past works are concrete evidence for today’s faith. • Observing His power over global events shrinks personal anxieties. • Stillness in trials grows as we intentionally remember and recount what He has already done. |
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