History is on your side

Psalms 143:5

David does something that is very wise. When confronted with the trials and stressful situations of life, he goes back to what the Lord had done in the past. He remembers the days of old, to the miraculous parting of the Red Sea, to the provision of manna in the wilderness, to the spectacle of Mount Sinai, to the destruction of Jericho, and to the valley of Elah where Goliath fell.

Why did David remember all of these past works? Because when we remind ourselves of what God has done, it fills us with confidence in what He will do. Let that sink into your bones. Let it be a truth the Holy Spirit hammers into your heart. However you want to put it...know this! Our God has done great and mighty things! And we need to remember what He's done in the past as we're faced with challenges in the present. Nothing fuels our confidence in God's ability to handle the unknown like looking at His track record. His history works for us by showing us time and again that He is able to protect and provide for His people—whether it's the Red Sea, Jericho, or the greatest work of all, the Cross.

So what are you facing today? What trial or situation looms over you like a Goliath? Remember how God handled Goliath and how He has proven over and over how faithful and able He is. Don't mentally wipe the slate clean. There's a history of what the Lord has done that's in your favor—so recall it, remember it, receive it!

End this year with recalling of God's goodness. Whatever note you end the year with is the note you will start the new year with. Balance carried forward equals balance brought down. 

Mariam. (Mama Joe)

Grace is the heavenly resource behind all of God's promises.
Faith is the simple means of accessing that grace

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