Remembering

Psalm 103:1-5

1 Praise the LORD, O my soul;
all my inmost being, praise his holy name.

2 Praise the LORD, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits-

3 who forgives all your sins
and heals all your diseases,

4 who redeems your life from the pit
and crowns you with love and compassion,

5 who satisfies your desires with good things
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's.

Bee's Thoughts:

How can we remember if we don't take time to ponder on God's goodness and memorize the word of God?

Once a speaker asked us how we would react to adversity. I answered, "Thank God". Everyone laughed. They thought I was trying to be funny. But I was serious.

I always remember 1 Thessalonians 5:18 that says, "give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." I also remember Romans 8:28, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

Yes, when we remember God, He will satisfies our desires with good things so that our youth is renewed like the eagle's (v5).

Dear Lord,
Thank You for Your Holy Spirit that always bring to my remembrance of Your words in times of need. Like what Kind David says, "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." (Psalms 119:11). Thank You for all You have done for me.
In Jesus most loving name pray. Amen.



Tommy's Thoughts:

It is easy to get restless, discontented and complains about things in life; unfulfilled desires, sicknesses, unfairness, difficult people, etc. Often, we focus entirely on these and find it hard to count our blessings from God and feeling as though we have nothing to praise God about.

We should instead follow how David responded during difficult times- praising God by focusing on His glorious deeds even though we do not deserve any of them. David’s list gives us plenty to praise God about:

1. He forgives our sins (v3)
2. He heals our diseases (v3)
3. He redeems us from death (v4)
4. He crowns us with love and compassion (v4)
5. He satisfies our desires (v5)
6. He renews your strength and vigor (v5)
7. He gives righteousness and justice (v6)

Dear Father, thank You and I praise You for all Your glorious deeds. I thank You for forgiving me, cleansing me and renew me each day. Lord, teach me to be glad and grateful always for all these blessings – past, present and future. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen.