How can we recognize God's "awesome deeds" in our daily lives today? The Wonder of Isaiah 64:3 “When You did awesome works we did not expect, You came down, and the mountains trembled at Your presence.” (Isaiah 64:3) Isaiah recalls a moment when God literally intervened—His presence shook creation itself. That same God is active today. His character has not changed (Malachi 3:6). What Makes a Deed “Awesome”? • It originates with God, not human effort. • It displays power beyond natural explanation. • It produces holy fear and joy. • It aligns with His revealed will in Scripture. Everyday Places Where Awesome Deeds Show Up • Creation’s daily testimony—sunrise, rain, seasons (Psalm 19:1). • Provision at just the right moment—work, finances, health (Matthew 6:31-33). • Salvation of a soul—“everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” (Romans 10:13). • Ongoing sanctification—victory over a stubborn sin (Philippians 1:6). • Answered prayer—small or large (Jeremiah 33:3). • Protection or deliverance from danger (Psalm 91:3-4). • Unity and love within the church family (John 13:35). • Timely conviction or comfort through Scripture (Hebrews 4:12). • Unexpected opportunities to serve or witness (Ephesians 2:10). • Peace in trials that defies circumstances (Philippians 4:7). Practical Ways to Recognize What God Is Doing • Begin each day in the Word; let Scripture set your expectations. • Pray with specificity so you notice specific answers. • Keep a gratitude journal; write down even “small” provisions. • Slow your pace—practice deliberate moments of silence to observe. • Tell others what God has done; testimony sharpens awareness. • Re-read past journal entries; patterns of God’s faithfulness emerge. • Use creation as a prompt—when you see grandeur, trace it back to its Creator. • In trials, ask, “How is God refining or directing me here?” rather than only “Why?”. • Stay connected to the body of Christ; others often spot God’s work in you before you do. • Memorize key promises so you can match experiences with Scripture. Scriptures That Open Our Eyes • “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights.” (James 1:17) • “The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; His mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning.” (Lamentations 3:22-23) • “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” (Psalm 103:2) • “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” (Ephesians 3:20) • “Taste and see that the LORD is good.” (Psalm 34:8) Living in Expectation The mountains may not quake before our eyes each day, yet the same Almighty Lord continues to act with power and purpose. Cultivating attentiveness transforms ordinary moments into scenes of divine activity. Stay alert, stay grateful, and you will increasingly recognize His awesome deeds woven through the fabric of daily life. |
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