THE BATTLE TO REMIND
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WORD FROM THE HOLY BIBLE FOR TODAY
Lamentations 3:21–22
“This I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end.”
REFLECTION
WE MUST REMIND OURSELVES DAILY OF THE GREATNESS AND GRACE AND POWER AND WISDOM OF GOD
“One of the great enemies of hope is forgetting God’s promises. Reminding is a great ministry. Peter and Paul both said that they wrote letters for this reason (2 Peter 1:13; Romans 15:15).
The main Helper in reminding us what we need to know is the Holy Spirit (John 14:26). But that doesn’t mean you should be passive. You are responsible only for your own ministry of reminding. And the first one in need of reminding by you is you.
The mind has this great power: It can talk to itself by way of reminder. The mind can “call to mind,” as the text says: “But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases” (Lamentations 3:21–22).
If we don’t “call to mind” what God has said about himself and about us, we languish. Oh, how I know this from painful experience! Don’t wallow in the mire of godless messages in your own head. Messages like: “I can’t . . .” “She won’t . . .” “They never . . .” “It has never worked . . .”
The point is not that these are true or false. Your mind will always find a way to make them true, unless you “call to mind” something greater. God is the God of the impossible. Reasoning your way out of an impossible situation is not as effective as reminding yourself that God does impossible things.
Without reminding ourselves of the greatness and grace and power and wisdom of God, we sink into brutish pessimism. “I was brutish and ignorant; I was like a beast toward you” (Psalm 73:22).
The great turn from despair to hope in Psalm 77 comes with these words: “I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds” (Psalm 77:11–12).
This is the great battle of my life. I assume yours too. The battle to remind! Myself. Then others.”
- By John Piper. © Desiring God Foundation.
THE BATTLE TO REMIND
WE MUST REMIND OURSELVES DAILY OF THE GREATNESS AND GRACE AND POWER AND WISDOM OF GOD
As followers of Jesus Christ, we should daily remind ourselves of God’s faithfulness, recalling His past works in Scripture and in our own lives. Meditating on His mighty deeds strengthens our trust in Him, especially in difficult times, knowing that the same God who performed miracles before is still at work today. Reflecting on His goodness should lead us to gratitude, deepening our worship and dependence on Him. This practice also renews our perspective, shifting our focus from worries to God’s sovereignty and love. As we ponder His works, we should respond with obedience, praise, and a desire to share His faithfulness with others.
Neven MacEwan
Heavenly Father, I praise You for Your mighty works, both in Scripture and in my own life. Help me to remember Your faithfulness, to reflect on Your goodness, and to trust in Your power at work within me. When I face challenges, remind me that You are in control, guiding my steps according to Your perfect will. Fill my heart with gratitude and strengthen my faith so that I may walk in obedience and confidence, knowing that You are always with me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Neven MacEwan
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