Gratitude Grows When We Remember

A reflection on Deuteronomy 8 and the importance of remembering God's faithfulness.

Gratitude grows when we remember what God has done.  In Deuteronomy 8, Moses reminds the Israelites not to forget the Lord as they prepare to enter a land of abundance.    It's a reminder for us, too. Whether we're facing uncertainty or experiencing God's provision, remembering His faithfulness helps us recognize His care and respond with gratitude.    The Expositor's Bible Commentary (Abridged Edition): Old Testament, available with Bible Gateway Plus, explains:    10-18 When the Israelites had eaten and were satisfied, after they were settled in the land, they were to praise the Lord for his goodness. In their prosperity they were not to forget him. They had lived through the hard life of that desert by God's providence, but the future prosperity in a better land might lead them astray. In that desert experience the Lord had brought water out of the hard rock (cf. Ex 17:1-7; Nu 20:2-13); in Canaan they would find streams and pools. In that desert the Lord gave them manna. In Canaan, bread would not be scarce. In their prosperity they might claim that their hands produced their wealth, not remembering that the Lord their God gave them the ability to produce wealth in confirmation of his covenant.     Pause and Reflect  What experience of God's faithfulness do I need to remember today?  How might studying Deuteronomy 8 help me remember God's faithfulness and remain hopeful during times of need?  Continue reading Deuteronomy 8 and the commentary →   Remember His faithfulness as you study    The Expositor's Bible Commentary helps us see how God's provision sustained Israel in the wilderness—and why remembering Him mattered just as much in times of abundance.    With Bible Gateway Plus, you can explore this trusted commentary and other study resources to understand Scripture in context.    Pick the plan that helps you go deeper  Yearly plan: $69.99/year ($5.83/month)  Monthly plan: $6.99/month  Choose yearly and get 2 months free.  Start My Free Trial 7 days free. Cancel anytime.  Have any questions? Please write to us at support@biblegateway.com. *All prices are USD. Additional sales tax may apply. The 7-day free trial is available to new subscribers only.   This email was sent to alitealbum.biblegateway@blogger.com by Bible Gateway, 501 Nelson Place, Nashville, TN 37214, USA. You received this email because you are signed up for communications from Bible Gateway. If you have questions or comments about this email, please contact us.   Manage all Bible Gateway communication | Opt Out of all Bible Gateway communication   VIEW THIS EMAIL IN YOUR BROWSER  ►

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