Psalm 77 - 10.29.25

Scripture

I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds. (Ps 77:11)

Observation

The author of Psalms 77 was going through a lot of stress and anguish of heart. He has cried out all night long (verse 1). He couldn’t sleep and he couldn’t speak because of his worries (verse 4). He wondered if the Lord had rejected him forever, and if he would never find favor again (verse 8).

And then, he remembered the times the Lord had worked in his life (verse 11). He remembered the miracles he had experienced from the hand of God. He focused his thoughts on the mighty deeds of God. He remembered how the Lord split the seas, and opened up rain, and led his people through the red sea under the leadership of Moses and Aaron (verses 16 to 20).

Application

God has not promised us an easy life when we come to Him. However, He has promised us victory over the situations we face, when we walk with Him. As we go through life, we encounter trials, of which some are fiery. But the Lord is with us. Even though we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, we will not fear, as He is with us (Ps 23:4). When we walk through the waters, He is with us. When we pass through the rivers, they will not overflow us. When we walk through the fire, we will not be burnt (Is 43:2).

It is easy for us in our human nature, to feel discouraged when everything seems to fall apart, and when none of our plans are working. We might even wonder if the Lord has forgotten us. When discouragement hits, let us remember how the Lord has led us in the past. Let us remember the miracles he has done for us. Let us hold on in faith, as He is faithful. Let us remember, and not forget his benefits (Ps 103:2). Let us strengthen ourselves in the Lord (1 Sam 30:6)  and build ourselves in faith by remembering the mighty works of the Lord that we have experienced in our life.

Prayer

Dear Father, I thank you for making me your child. You have given me the privilege of tasting you and knowing that you are good (Ps 34:8). You have carried me on eagles’ wings (Ex 19:4). You have answered my prayers. You have wiped my tears. You have lifted me up. Lord, when I walk through the valleys of life, help me to remember that you are with me. Help me to remember your goodness in my life, and to strengthen myself in you. Help me to live my life everyday by fixing my eyes on you, the author and finisher of my faith (Heb 12:2). May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight (Ps 19:14). May my life be a living sacrifice holy and acceptable to you (Rom 12:1). In Jesus’s name. Amen.

- Asha Chacko George