MEMORY LOSS

MEMORY LOSS

READ:

Psalm 118:1-14

Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for

He is good! For His mercy endures

forever. –Psalm 118:1

Sometimes when we face times of trouble, we may get spiritual amnesia and forget the grace of God.  But a good way of reestablishing a thankful heart is to set aside undistracted time and deliberately remember God’s past provisions for us and give thanks.

When the children of Israel found themselves in a barren, hot desert, they developed memory loss about the grace of God.  They began to wish they were back in Egypt, enjoying all its foods (Exodus 16:203) and later complained about their water supply (17:2).  They had forgotten the mighty acts of God in their deliverance and how He had showered them with wealth (12:36).  They were dwelling on their current circumstances and forgetting God’s gracious past provision. 

The psalmist challenges us:  “Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good!  For His mercy endures forever” (Psalm 118:1).  The word mercy means “steadfast love.”  It refers to God’s faithfulness.  He has promised to be present always to care for His children.

By remembering specific ways God has provided for us in the past, we can change our perspective for the better.  God’s steadfast love endures forever! –Dennis Fisher

Wait on the Lord from day to day,

Strength He provides in His own way;

There’s no need for worry, no need to fear,

He is our God who is always near. –Fortna

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Remembering God’s provision for yesterday

gives hope and strength for today.

INSIGHT

Psalms 113-118, collectively known as psalms of praise or the “Egyptian Hallel,” are used in the Passover celebration commemorating the Israelites’ deliverance from slavery in Egypt (Exodus 12-13).  Psalms 113-114 are recited before and Psalms 115-118 after the Passover meal.  The emphatic refrain “His mercy endures forever” (Psalm 118:1-4) reminds the Jews of God’s faithfulness.  In response, the psalmist calls for renewed trust in God (vv.8-9).

Have a blessed day and week ahead.

God Our Creator’s Love Always.

Unity & Peace