PSALM 116:12

What shall I return to the Lord for all his goodness to me?

TO PONDER

For those who grew up in the church, do you recall this passage in the liturgy? We would stand and as the first notes from the organ began, the offering was brought to the altar. 

It’s an appropriate response, or question. When we stop and think about Gods’ gifts to us, when we are reminded of all the good things we have, when we look back at the joy we have received from God, what indeed is our appropriate response? How do we pay Him back? What should we give in return?  

Do you remember what comes next in this passage? Verses 13 and 14 say, ‘I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord. I will fulfill my vows to the Lord in the presence of all his people’.

It reminds us to remain faithful, call on God at all times, and be thankful – especially for our salvation. Easy to say but it can be hard to do. How often do you call on the name of the Lord? 

PRAYER

Heavenly Father, it’s so easy to forget what you’ve done for us. Please prompt us, somehow, to be thankful for all you’ve done, and then thank you – for all you’ve done! Amen 

Today's devotion written by Mark Simpfendorfer, LifeWay Epping