LEARNING DAILY

Psalm 77:11-12, I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. I will also meditate on all Your work and talk of Your deeds.

Jeremiah 29:13, “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” I believe that is one of the greatest promises found in God’s Word. It is the core of faith and shows the power of seeking God. Seek Him with your whole heart and you will eventually find Him; that seeking requires a genuine desire to build a relationship with Him. The difficulty in this is when God seems to be quiet and that takes us to Psalm 77.

The Psalmist is wondering if God has rejected him, wondering if God loves Him. There are no details about the difficulty he is facing; his prayer feels intense and honest, keeping him awake at night. Praying and seeking God’s will intensifies his misery. Are you able to relate when you try to understand the circumstances you face? Have you ever asked God if He sees what you are facing? Have you asked if God really cares about these events?

In verse 11 of the Psalm Asaph “remembers” what God has done in the past. Perhaps he remembers reading about what God has done in previous times for Israel. Or perhaps he remembers what God has done in the past for him. Asaph’s attitude changes as he meditates on the deeds God has done and the miracles He has done for His people.

Is this not the focus of Biblical faith – trust based on knowledge (reading/studying God’s Word), which leads Believers to obedience even when the next moments or days are not certain. Remember that Jesus Christ saved and changed you. That He saved you from an eternity separated from Him and gave purpose to your life, should tell you of His great love for you. Remember those times He brought you through difficulties that you had no idea how you would get through. Remember the answered prayers in the past; remember His faithfulness.

Not only does Asaph remember, but he decides he will continue to meditate on the God’s Word to find God. Reading/studying/meditating on the Word of God is the only sure way to come to know Him and make the right conclusions about His love, faithfulness, grace and mercy. Read Psalm 1 and see that those who meditate on God’s Word are called blessed. Psalm 1:2, “But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night.” Believers become strong, fruitful, and better able to face the challenges that come, the trials and temptations that come as they walk the narrow way. Neglecting the Word, leaves one open to the lies of the world and the devil, who only desire to convince you that God has left you on your own.

When difficult times come – remember!