Periodically it is good to review what God has done. The first chapter of Genesis is a summary of what God did in creation. We certainly see a review of what God has done in Deuteronomy chapter 8, as Moses pleads for the people to remember how the Lord led them through the wilderness, fed them with manna, kept their clothes from wearing out, and brought them into a land He had promised to their ancestors.
The prophet Samuel did some reviewing before Saul became king. He reminded the people that it was God who raised up Moses and Aaron, and then delivered His people from the land of Egypt (1 Samuel 12:6). It was God who sent delivers for His people when they strayed and got into trouble (12:9-11).
Psalm 78 reviews the works of God in the land of Egypt, how He then divided the sea for safe passage, provided a cloud to follow in the day – which became a nightlight after dark, splitting rocks to give water in the desert (vs. 12-15). The Psalmist appeals much as Moses did, that the works of God not be forgotten (v. 7).
In the book of Acts, Stephen included in his message to the council, a review of God’s work in the lives of the patriarchs such as Abraham, Joseph, Jacob, and Moses (Acts 6:15-7:50).
Later in Acts, Paul reviews what God has done in his life, sharing with King Agrippa his testimony (26:1-23). It’s quite clear from other passages that King Agrippa was not the only one to hear those details. Paul was not reluctant to share with others what God had done to turn him around and give him a mission.
Revelation 15 records that those who sing the song of Moses and the song of the Lamb testify that God’s works are great and marvelous (v. 3). It would seem that if we are planning to be part of that choir, it might be well to spend some time practicing now.
What has God done for our church family? He has made a way for us largely to survive the recent virus crisis in our country. He has provided ways of sharing together even if it’s via telephone or the computer. He has protected the place where we meet to worship, so that we can return to fellowship there when the time is appropriate for various church family members. Only you know specifically what God has done for you in guiding your life to this point. Surely it would be worthwhile to dedicate some time to thinking through some of the things He has done for you. Maybe you could share them with your family. While the month of thanksgiving is still approaching, it’s always the season to glorify God by acknowledging what He has done, is doing, and by His grace, will yet do to bring us safely to His Kingdom. Praise Him!