In Psalms 105 What Does It Mean To Remember Gods Deeds In Our Daily Lives?
Remembering God’s Deeds: A Study of Psalm 105
Psalm 105 calls God’s people to praise, seek, and remember. It is a stirring reminder of how the history of Israel reveals God’s faithfulness, power, and covenant love. But what does it mean to “remember” God’s deeds in our daily lives? Let’s explore this theme in the light of Scripture, focusing on Psalm 105 and its implications for believers today.
The Call to Remember
The psalm opens with a command:
O give thanks unto Jehovah, call upon his name; Make known among the peoples his doings. Sing unto him, sing praises unto him; Talk ye of all his marvelous works. Glory ye in his holy name: Let the heart of them rejoice that seek Jehovah. Seek ye Jehovah and his strength; Seek his face evermore. Remember his marvelous works that he hath done, His wonders, and the judgments of his mouth. - Psalm 105:1–5 ASV
The command to “remember his marvelous works” is more than recalling facts. In biblical terms, remembering involves:
- Active Reflection: Meditating on what God has done in history and in our lives (Psalm 77:11 ASV).
- Worship and Gratitude: Responding to God’s deeds with thanks and praise.
- Obedience: Letting remembrance lead us to trust and follow God more faithfully (Deuteronomy 8:11 ASV).
Why Remembering Matters
The psalmist recounts God’s actions: His covenant with Abraham, deliverance from Egypt, provision in the wilderness, and gift of the promised land. Remembering these deeds shapes our faith in several ways:
- Assurance of God’s Faithfulness: When we recall God’s past faithfulness, we are reminded that He keeps His promises.
He hath remembered his covenant for ever, The word which he commanded to a thousand generations. - Psalm 105:8 ASV
- Encouragement in Trials: Remembering God’s power gives hope in times of difficulty. Just as He rescued Israel, He can intervene in our lives.
He brought them forth also with silver and gold; And there was not one feeble person among his tribes. - Psalm 105:37 ASV
- Motivation to Testify: Remembering prompts us to share God’s works with others, passing the faith to future generations.
Make known among the peoples his doings. - Psalm 105:1 ASV
Remembering in Our Daily Lives
How can we practice this kind of remembering today?
- Personal Reflection: Take time daily to recall specific ways God has been faithful—answered prayers, guidance, provision, or forgiveness (Psalm 103:2 ASV).
- Scripture Reading: Immerse yourself in the biblical narrative. The stories of God’s deeds are meant to be remembered and applied.
- Testimony: Share stories of God’s work in your life with friends, family, and your church community.
- Thankful Worship: Let gratitude shape your prayers and songs, focusing not only on requests but on praise for what God has done.
The Christ-Centered Fulfillment
All of God’s saving acts in the Old Testament point to the ultimate act of redemption in Jesus Christ. The call to remember finds its climax in the gospel:
But God commendeth his own love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. - Romans 5:8 ASV
Jesus also instituted the Lord’s Supper as a continual act of remembrance:
This do in remembrance of me. - Luke 22:19 ASV
As we remember God’s deeds—especially the cross and resurrection—we are strengthened in faith, hope, and love.
Conclusion
Remembering God’s deeds is not merely a mental exercise but a spiritual discipline that shapes our hearts, attitudes, and actions. It anchors us in God’s faithfulness, motivates our worship, and encourages us to share His goodness with others. Let us daily remember and rejoice in all that the Lord has done.