I really need a good talking-to.
Yep. And I’m not alone.
David, the sweet singer of Israel, reminded himself to bless the Lord and not to forget all His benefits.
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget none of His benefits” (Psalm 103:2)
David then enumerated some of God’s benefits, from forgiveness to steadfast love.
Another psalmist asked himself why he was in despair and reminded himself that he would again praise God.
“Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him for the help of His presence.” (Psalm 42:5)
The 77th Psalm begins with the psalmist’s soul refusing to be comforted. But, then, he gave himself a good talking-to: he remembered all God’s wonders, His deeds, His holiness, and His strength. He remembered His redemption. He meditated on God.
We’re blessed to remember
We are blessed if our delight is in the Lord (Psalm 1).
We are told to study the works of God (Psalm 111:2).
We are comforted to remember Him (Psalm 119:52).
We are to remember Christ’s sacrifice. (Luke 22:19)
We are to put on the whole armor of God to stand firm in these troubled times, and first, we fasten on the belt of truth. (Ephesians 6:10-15)
Focusing on the truth alters our perspective and rearranges our attitude.
My Talking-To
When I was first diagnosed with retinal eye issues, I gave myself a talking-to, reminding myself of:
- God’s sovereignty and love (See Practical Exam).
- My position with God because of my faith in Christ (See Christian Rights and Responsibilities?)
- The Lord singing over me (See The Lord Sings Over Us).
- God bringing good out of apparent bad (See What’s So Good about Bad?).
Really, the list is endless, but I forget and get my eyes off Him and onto my worries.
Clearly, I need a good talking-to.
How about you?
