Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Scripture

“Bless our God, O peoples, let the sound of his praise be heard, who has kept us among the living, and has not let our feet slip.” Psalm 66:8-9

Reflections

It’s easy to cry out to God when things aren’t right.  It’s another to praise Him when things are going well.  When we need help, we look to the One who can help.  When we don’t think we need help, the evil one tempts us to forget God.

Many people who have lived beyond their teenage years can give examples of how they’re amazed they’re still alive.  Close calls happen, be it through medical scares, incidents while driving or even economic difficulties.  The bottom line for each of us is that we are still on this earth by the grace of God.  How easy it is to forget that it was God who brought us safely to this new day!

Each day is a reason to give thanks to God.  Each breath is a testament to his life within us.  We can still do something worthwhile with our lives prior to entering His eternal rest.

Things were going well for the psalmist in Psalm 66.  Instead of forgetting God in that chapter, he remembered to thank and praise Him.  He thanked God that he was still among the living.

When you’re not so sure what to pray, you can always remember just to give thanks and praise to God for the gift of each day.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the gift of this day.  Thank you for keeping me among the living.  Help me to make the most of this day for the sake of you and your kingdom.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 66:8-20

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