How can we apply Moses' example of remembrance in our prayer life today? Moses’ Moment of Intercessory Remembrance Deuteronomy 9:27: “Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Overlook the stubbornness of this people, their wickedness and their sin.” • Golden-calf crisis—judgment looming • Moses appeals to God’s covenant with the patriarchs, not Israel’s performance • Remembrance becomes the foundation for mercy Why Remembrance Fuels Powerful Prayer • Grounds requests in God’s proven character (Psalm 105:5) • Lifts eyes from present failure to eternal faithfulness (Lamentations 3:21-23) • Strengthens faith by rehearsing past deliverances (1 Samuel 7:12) • Honors God’s own command to “forget not all His benefits” (Psalm 103:2) Practical Ways to Pray Like Moses 1. Begin with Who He Is – “LORD, You are ‘compassionate and gracious’ (Exodus 34:6).” 2. Recall What He Has Done – Personal testimonies: “You healed my child…” – Biblical acts: Red Sea, Jordan, empty tomb 3. Cite His Covenant Promises – “You swore to Abraham…” (Genesis 22:16-18) – “You will never leave me” (Hebrews 13:5) 4. Intercede for Others on That Basis – “Because of Christ’s blood, show mercy to _____.” 5. Acknowledge Sin Yet Appeal to Grace – Confess honestly (1 John 1:9) – Plead the finished work of Jesus (Hebrews 4:16) 6. Anticipate God’s Glory Being Displayed – “That the nations may know” (Joshua 4:24) A Simple Remembrance Pattern (R-E-M-E-M-B-E-R) R – Recount God’s attributes E – Enumerate past mercies M – Mention His promises by name E – Expose sin, receive cleansing M – Make petition for others B – Believe His answer is sure E – Express thanksgiving in advance R – Repeat daily Key Passages to Keep Ready • Exodus 32:13 — parallel appeal to Abraham, Isaac, Israel • 1 Chronicles 16:12 — “Remember the wonders He has done.” • Isaiah 46:9 — “Remember the former things.” • Luke 22:19 — Jesus: “Do this in remembrance of Me.” • Hebrews 13:8 — “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” What Happens When We Practice Remembrance • Fear gives way to confidence (Psalm 27:1) • Intercession becomes scripturally anchored, not wishful thinking • Gratitude displaces grumbling (Philippians 4:6-7) • Generations hear of His mighty acts (Psalm 145:4) • God receives the glory due His name (Psalm 29:2) By following Moses’ example—anchoring every plea in God’s unchanging faithfulness—we transform everyday prayer into a rehearsal of the gospel story and invite the same mercy that spared Israel to flow into our lives and communities today. |
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