How can we "recount the righteous acts" of God in our daily lives? Setting the Scene “ ‘They recount the righteous acts of the LORD, the righteous deeds of His villagers in Israel.’ ” (Judges 5:11) Deborah’s song pictures travelers gathering at wells, trading stories of God’s rescue. Those ancient voices challenge us to bring the same practice into today’s routine. What It Means to “Recount” • To call to mind—deliberately remember (Psalm 77:11) • To speak aloud—declare with the mouth (Psalm 105:1-2) • To celebrate—rejoice in what God has done (Psalm 145:4-7) Daily Words That Magnify His Deeds • Morning thank-yous—before the day begins, vocalize one specific work of God (Psalm 92:1-2). • Mealtime testimonies—share something God has done that day while you eat (Deuteronomy 6:7). • Conversational pivots—when talk drifts to complaints, redirect by stating a recent answer to prayer (Philippians 2:14-16). • Texting truth—send a verse or answered-prayer note to a friend (Hebrews 3:13). • Bedtime reflection—review the day, naming each grace gift aloud (Psalm 63:6-7). Daily Actions That Tell the Story • Visible obedience—follow a clear command of Scripture in public view; actions preach (Matthew 5:16). • Acts of mercy—serve in Jesus’ name, explaining that His kindness fuels yours (Ephesians 2:10). • Giving with gladness—attach a brief testimony when you give (2 Corinthians 9:12-13). • Celebratory symbols—display reminders of answered prayers: a journal on the coffee table, a photo on the fridge (Joshua 4:6-7). Rhythms That Keep Memory Alive • Weekly gatherings—join corporate worship where God’s acts are sung and preached (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Family altars—set aside a brief, consistent time to read and recount together (Psalm 78:4). • Seasonal markers—use holidays, anniversaries, and even crises-turned-deliverances as annual storytelling moments (Esther 9:28). Scripture Snapshots: How Others Did It • Moses rehearsed the Red Sea crossing before new generations (Deuteronomy 4:9). • Hannah testified publicly after Samuel’s birth (1 Samuel 2:1-10). • David wrote psalms, turning personal victories into congregational praise (Psalm 34 superscription). • The healed demoniac told Decapolis what Christ had done for him (Mark 5:19-20). Personal Inventory and Celebration 1. List three “watering-place” moments—times God clearly intervened. 2. Attach a concrete practice to each story: a song, a shared meal, a journal entry. 3. Repeat the stories, refining them into quick, God-exalting testimonies you can share anytime. Carrying Deborah’s song into every hallway, road, and screen, we echo the ancient chorus: “They recount the righteous acts of the LORD.” |
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