Why is it important to remember God's "wondrous works" in our faith journey? The Call to Remember “Remember the wonders He has done, His marvels, and the judgments He has pronounced.” —Psalm 105:5 What Are “Wondrous Works”? • Creation itself (Genesis 1:1) • Miraculous deliverances—Red Sea, manna, water from the rock (Exodus 14:21-22; 16:13-15; 17:6) • The incarnation, cross, and resurrection of Christ (Luke 24:6-7) • Daily providences—sustaining life, answering prayer (Psalm 68:19) Why Forgetfulness Is Dangerous • Leads to pride: “Otherwise, you may say in your heart, ‘My power…has gained me this wealth.’” —Deuteronomy 8:17 • Opens the door to idolatry: Israel “forgot His works and the wonders He had shown them.” —Psalm 78:11 • Breeds anxiety: when past mercies fade from memory, present trials loom larger (Matthew 6:30-32) How Remembering Shapes Our Personal Walk Faith is bolstered • Past acts confirm God’s unchanging character (Hebrews 13:8). • Confidence grows that He will “yet again” act (2 Corinthians 1:10). Worship is fueled • Gratitude overflows when His deeds stay fresh in mind (Psalm 103:2). • Praise becomes specific, not vague, honoring Him for concrete interventions. Obedience is strengthened • God’s past faithfulness motivates present submission (Romans 12:1). • Remembering judgment as well as mercy keeps the heart reverent (Acts 5:1-11). Endurance is empowered • “Consider Him…so that you will not grow weary” —Hebrews 12:3. • Recalling Christ’s victory reframes suffering as temporary and purposeful (1 Peter 5:10). Practical Ways to Keep God’s Works in View • Journal answers to prayer and personal milestones of grace. • Memorize key passages recounting His deeds (Psalm 77:11-14; Isaiah 46:9-10). • Celebrate biblical feasts or church ordinances with deliberate reflection (1 Corinthians 11:24-26). • Tell stories of God’s interventions in family devotions and fellowship times. • Mark physical reminders—stones, artwork, verse cards—echoing Joshua 4:7. Overflowing to the Next Generation • “We will not hide them from their children; we will declare…His wondrous works.” —Psalm 78:4 • Personal testimony becomes a living curriculum, grounding younger believers in historical, factual acts of God. Looking Ahead with Confidence Remembered wonders are pledges of future grace. As Psalm 105 begins with remembrance and ends with the people “rejoicing,” so today our recollection cultivates joy and steadfast hope until the final “wondrous work” of Christ’s return (Titus 2:13). |
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