Tuesday, June 5, 2007

June 6

God Wants Me to Be Joyful

Remembering His faithfulness
Psalm 105:42-45

Read the Bible through:
AM -
1 Chronicles 9-10 : PM - John 5:18-47

He brought out His people with joy, His chosen ones with gladness
(Psalm 105:43).

Bernard Baruch, the successful financier who served as an advisor to Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D. Roosevelt, once said, "Vote for the man who promises least; he'll be the least disappointing." Baruch's remark reflects the widespread view that most individuals will fail to stand by their promises. Unfortunately, our own experiences often provide abundant evidence to support this opinion.

Psalm 105:4-5 encourages God's people to "Seek the Lord, and His strength: seek His face evermore. Remember His marvelous works that He has done; His wonders, and the judgments of His mouth." While humans often fail to keep their promises, biblical history shows that God has never failed to be true to His Word. As we recall how God delivered His people from their bondage in the past, we can trust in the Lord's promise to help us in times of trouble today.

Father, help me to rest in Your faithfulness at all times.