One of the things we rely on with our memory is for it to remember the days long ago. We like to reminisce and remember the good days. We remember loved ones who are no longer with us. We remember our childhood and all its glory. It is why diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia are so sad because they rob us of one of the main reasons we turn to our memories – to remember the good old days.
But our memories of the past can often be tainted by rose-colored glasses or misremembering or we minimize realities. So while we remember the the past, we can’t always be sure if that’s precisely how it all went down. After all, our memories get fuzzy.
But there is one memory from long ago that doesn’t go fuzzy. It is the memory of all that God has done for us as humanity and for us individually. David writes: I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that you have done. I ponder the work of your hands (Psalm 143:5).
David is struggling in Psalm 143. He is being pursued by his enemies and he begs God to hear his cries. To help ease his anxiety and help him feel closer to God, David reflects on all that God has done for him in his life. He meditates on God’s care and faithfulness. He dwells on God.
The memories of all the things God has done for David bring David comfort and help to bring David closer to God.
David gives us the key to how to face days when we are struggling and feel like God is far away. When, like David, we cry out to God to hear us and initially feel unheard.
🤔 Remember all that God has done for humanity since before time even began.
🤔 Meditate on all that God has done for you individually.
🤔 Ponder on the awesome power of God.
Then, your soul will remember that God is never far off and that you are never truly alone. And these memories aren’t fuzzy, tainted, and rose-colored. They are true and steadfast beecause God is faithful and sure. God doesn’t go fuzzy and memories of His greatness never deceive. #Remember
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