He gives food to every living thing.
His faithful love endures forever.
Give thanks to the God of heaven.
His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:25, 26
We end our in-depth look at Psalm 136 the day before Thanksgiving. Isn't it just God's way to wrap things up on time and with a satisfying note? This Thanksgiving, remember that God gives food to every living thing. Sometimes, He uses us to deliver it! Matthew 6 tells us that God feeds even the birds of the air, and we are much more precious to Him. Not only does He give us food to nourish our bodies, but He feeds our spirits as well. Let's make sure to feast on communion with Him and the abundance of His word as much as we do the blessings on our tables.
Father God, thank you for your provision. Please continue to show us your abundance. May we reflect your light and love to someone in need today. Thank you for all you do in our lives. In Jesus' name, Amen.
How do you spend the Thanksgiving holiday? Look around and see if there is someone you can help feed in Jesus' name.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Give thanks for His strength
He remembered us in our weakness.
His faithful love endures forever.
He saved us from our enemies.
His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:23, 24
We struggle against addictions, depression, discouragement, doubt, worldly desires, and physical enemies. But take heart! God is faithful to remember us in our weakness. When you feel the world pressing in, press into Him. In His strength, He saves us from our enemies. His love endures no matter what you're facing today.
Dear God, thank you for loving me no matter what I do. Thank you for saving me from my enemies. Your strength is awesome to behold and I am in awe of you. May I give the glory to you in every situation. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What is your prayer of thanksgiving? Leave a comment so we can give thanks for you too!
His faithful love endures forever.
He saved us from our enemies.
His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:23, 24
We struggle against addictions, depression, discouragement, doubt, worldly desires, and physical enemies. But take heart! God is faithful to remember us in our weakness. When you feel the world pressing in, press into Him. In His strength, He saves us from our enemies. His love endures no matter what you're facing today.
Dear God, thank you for loving me no matter what I do. Thank you for saving me from my enemies. Your strength is awesome to behold and I am in awe of you. May I give the glory to you in every situation. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What is your prayer of thanksgiving? Leave a comment so we can give thanks for you too!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Give thanks for the inheritance
God gave the land of these kings as an inheritance -
His faithful love endures forever.
a special possession to his servant Israel.
His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136: 21, 22
As the children of Israel were obedient to God's call, He rewarded them. They had to fight the battles, but in faith they knew God was with them, giving them victory over the enemy. When the battle was won, God gave them their inheritance - something that would always remind them of the battle, their obedience, and God's faithfulness. He gave them the very land the enemy had possessed.
Father God, thank you for going ahead of us in battle. Thank you for your faithfulness and love as you give us victory. Please help us stay faithful to you. Help us win the battle and take possession of the inheritance you have prepared. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What battles do you fight today? We pray that you meet the enemy with faith, knowing God is with you and giving you victory!
His faithful love endures forever.
a special possession to his servant Israel.
His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136: 21, 22
As the children of Israel were obedient to God's call, He rewarded them. They had to fight the battles, but in faith they knew God was with them, giving them victory over the enemy. When the battle was won, God gave them their inheritance - something that would always remind them of the battle, their obedience, and God's faithfulness. He gave them the very land the enemy had possessed.
Father God, thank you for going ahead of us in battle. Thank you for your faithfulness and love as you give us victory. Please help us stay faithful to you. Help us win the battle and take possession of the inheritance you have prepared. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What battles do you fight today? We pray that you meet the enemy with faith, knowing God is with you and giving you victory!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Mighty kings
Give thanks to him who struck down mighty kings. His faithful love endures forever.
He killed powerful kings. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:17-18
Though there are many gods in our culture, the God of creation is the one who deserves our praise and thanks. He is capable of building up and destroying. Is there any other god who can claim the same power? Often in our lives, we give a created idol the adoration that belongs to God alone. Money, power, relationships, and celebrities are a few of the created idols we might be giving an inappropriate place in our lives.
Father God, thank you for your power and your faithful love. Please forgive me for worshiping anything besides you and help me turn my entire heart to you. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What idols exist in your life?
He killed powerful kings. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:17-18
Though there are many gods in our culture, the God of creation is the one who deserves our praise and thanks. He is capable of building up and destroying. Is there any other god who can claim the same power? Often in our lives, we give a created idol the adoration that belongs to God alone. Money, power, relationships, and celebrities are a few of the created idols we might be giving an inappropriate place in our lives.
Father God, thank you for your power and your faithful love. Please forgive me for worshiping anything besides you and help me turn my entire heart to you. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What idols exist in your life?
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Through the wilderness
Give thanks to him who led his people through the wilderness. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:16
Sometimes everyday life looks and feels like the wilderness. Cold, dark, and lonely places affect us no matter what we believe about God. The thanksgiving comes in knowing that we serve the almighty God of love. Like a tender parent, He touches His children in the frightening darkness and leads us through the hardship. As we see the light and feel His warmth, we grow closer to Him.
Dear God, thank you for your guidance and direction. Please take us by the hand and show us the light. May we reflect your love and glory in the darkness, too. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What darkness are you walking through? Leave a comment so we can pray for you!
Sometimes everyday life looks and feels like the wilderness. Cold, dark, and lonely places affect us no matter what we believe about God. The thanksgiving comes in knowing that we serve the almighty God of love. Like a tender parent, He touches His children in the frightening darkness and leads us through the hardship. As we see the light and feel His warmth, we grow closer to Him.
Dear God, thank you for your guidance and direction. Please take us by the hand and show us the light. May we reflect your love and glory in the darkness, too. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What darkness are you walking through? Leave a comment so we can pray for you!
Monday, November 14, 2011
Give thanks for protection
Give thanks to him who parted the Red Sea. His faithful love endures forever.
He led Israel safely through, His faithful love endures forever.
but he hurled Pharaoh and his army into the Red Sea. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:13-15
Not only did God deliver His people from the overbearing and wicked hand of the Pharaoh, God protected His people as they obeyed His call to move on. Be assured that no matter how impossible your task seems, God will give you the strength, the means, and the protection to proceed. But you have to be obedient to the call! To get fresh perspective on the magnitude of what God did for the ones he loves, read Exodus 1-15.
Dearest God, thank you for your endless love and protection. Please help us recognize Your voice and be obedient to your call. In Jesus' name, Amen.
How do you recognize His voice and His protection in your life?
He led Israel safely through, His faithful love endures forever.
but he hurled Pharaoh and his army into the Red Sea. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:13-15
Not only did God deliver His people from the overbearing and wicked hand of the Pharaoh, God protected His people as they obeyed His call to move on. Be assured that no matter how impossible your task seems, God will give you the strength, the means, and the protection to proceed. But you have to be obedient to the call! To get fresh perspective on the magnitude of what God did for the ones he loves, read Exodus 1-15.
Dearest God, thank you for your endless love and protection. Please help us recognize Your voice and be obedient to your call. In Jesus' name, Amen.
How do you recognize His voice and His protection in your life?
Friday, November 11, 2011
Give thanks for deliverance
Give thanks to him who killed the firstborn of Egypt. His faithful love endures forever.
He brought Israel out of Egypt. His faithful love endures forever.
He acted with a strong hand and powerful arm. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:10-12
More miracles! God brought the Passover to atone for the sins of His people. He delivered them from a controlling and unbelieving Pharaoh. Today, we have Jesus Christ, who delivers us from sin and disbelief. Indeed, His love is faithful and endures forever!
Dear Lord, thank you for your faithfulness! Thank you for delivering your people. May we share this good news with someone you love today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Have you experienced the strong hand and powerful arm of God? What is your deliverance?
He brought Israel out of Egypt. His faithful love endures forever.
He acted with a strong hand and powerful arm. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:10-12
More miracles! God brought the Passover to atone for the sins of His people. He delivered them from a controlling and unbelieving Pharaoh. Today, we have Jesus Christ, who delivers us from sin and disbelief. Indeed, His love is faithful and endures forever!
Dear Lord, thank you for your faithfulness! Thank you for delivering your people. May we share this good news with someone you love today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Have you experienced the strong hand and powerful arm of God? What is your deliverance?
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Give thanks for miracles
Did you catch it?
Give thanks to Him who alone does mighty miracles (Psalm 136:4). God alone performs miracles. Many are recorded in the Bible to lift our faith and keep our eyes open. The rest of Psalm 136 goes over some of the miracles God alone performs. Think you've never seen one? Think again:
Give thanks to him who made the heavens so skillfully. His faithful love endures forever.
Give thanks to him who placed the earth among the waters. His faithful love endures forever.
Give thanks to him who made the heavenly lights - His faithful love endures forever.
the sun to rule the day, his faithful love endures forever.
and the moon and stars to rule the night. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:5-9
The sky, the earth itself (indeed, the very universe was crafted by God's hand), the waters, the sun, and the stars were all created in miraculous fashion. So the next time you look up, remember the God who performs miracles.
Dear God, thank you for the evidence of miracles. Open our eyes to see everyday miracles in our lives. May we bless you and shine your light today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What miracles can you see in your own life?
Give thanks to Him who alone does mighty miracles (Psalm 136:4). God alone performs miracles. Many are recorded in the Bible to lift our faith and keep our eyes open. The rest of Psalm 136 goes over some of the miracles God alone performs. Think you've never seen one? Think again:
Give thanks to him who made the heavens so skillfully. His faithful love endures forever.
Give thanks to him who placed the earth among the waters. His faithful love endures forever.
Give thanks to him who made the heavenly lights - His faithful love endures forever.
the sun to rule the day, his faithful love endures forever.
and the moon and stars to rule the night. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:5-9
The sky, the earth itself (indeed, the very universe was crafted by God's hand), the waters, the sun, and the stars were all created in miraculous fashion. So the next time you look up, remember the God who performs miracles.
Dear God, thank you for the evidence of miracles. Open our eyes to see everyday miracles in our lives. May we bless you and shine your light today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What miracles can you see in your own life?
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Give thanks to the Lord of lords
Give thanks to the Lord of lords. His faithful love endures forever. Give thanks to Him alone who does mighty miracles. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:3, 4
Psalm 136 lists many reasons to give thanks, many characteristics of God. His goodness, His sovereignty, His power, and His miracles are just the beginning. Having an attitude of thankfulness allows us to see Him more clearly - and when we see Him, we can introduce others to Him.
Dear Lord, thank you for your power and your love. Thank you for performing miracles that we see and that we don't see. Please help us reflect your love today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What are you thankful for today?
Psalm 136 lists many reasons to give thanks, many characteristics of God. His goodness, His sovereignty, His power, and His miracles are just the beginning. Having an attitude of thankfulness allows us to see Him more clearly - and when we see Him, we can introduce others to Him.
Dear Lord, thank you for your power and your love. Thank you for performing miracles that we see and that we don't see. Please help us reflect your love today. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What are you thankful for today?
Monday, November 7, 2011
Give thanks to the God of gods
Give thanks to the God of gods. His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:2
The world creates many gods (sex, television, money, self, etc.) but they are fleeting. They don't have the power of the Creator or the love of the Savior. None of the world's gods are faithful to you or to themselves. They are demanding, demeaning, and degrading.
By contrast, we are invited to get to know the God of all gods, the timeless Creator of the universe, the One your soul loves (even if you don't know it yet). What better reason to give thanks?
Dear God, thank you for your faithfulness and for your endless love! Please help us recognize you and share your light with others. Amen.
The world creates many gods (sex, television, money, self, etc.) but they are fleeting. They don't have the power of the Creator or the love of the Savior. None of the world's gods are faithful to you or to themselves. They are demanding, demeaning, and degrading.
By contrast, we are invited to get to know the God of all gods, the timeless Creator of the universe, the One your soul loves (even if you don't know it yet). What better reason to give thanks?
Dear God, thank you for your faithfulness and for your endless love! Please help us recognize you and share your light with others. Amen.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Reasons to give thanks
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Psalm 136:1
With the holidays beginning, it's easy to lose focus and forget the purpose behind the music, lights, food, and gifts. It's common to practice thanksgiving on Thanksgiving day, but how do we show gratitude the rest of the year? Psalm 136 is a beautiful expression of thanksgiving. Over the next several days, we'll look at it more closely. As the psalmist demonstrates, there are many things to be thankful for no matter what life looks like.
Dear Lord, help us develop an attitude of thanksgiving that we demonstrate every day. Reveal your faithful love to us. Thank you. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What are you thankful for today?
With the holidays beginning, it's easy to lose focus and forget the purpose behind the music, lights, food, and gifts. It's common to practice thanksgiving on Thanksgiving day, but how do we show gratitude the rest of the year? Psalm 136 is a beautiful expression of thanksgiving. Over the next several days, we'll look at it more closely. As the psalmist demonstrates, there are many things to be thankful for no matter what life looks like.
Dear Lord, help us develop an attitude of thanksgiving that we demonstrate every day. Reveal your faithful love to us. Thank you. In Jesus' name, Amen.
What are you thankful for today?
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