Everyone wants to be remembered…and to
remember others. Lots of people are finding old friends and relatives on
Facebook and with other searches on the Internet. Who’s looking for you…will
they remember you? When Jesus was hanging on the cross one of the thieves who
was being crucified at the same time said, “Jesus, remember me when you come
into your kingdom.” Luke 23:42. Jesus promised the man that he would be with Him in Paradise.
Paul was pleased that the people at the church
at Corinth remembered him. “Now I praise you because you always remember me and
keep the traditions just as I delivered them to you.” 1 Corinthians 11:2.
The Psalmist requested a favor from God—remember
me.
Remember me, LORD, when you show favor to
your people; come near and rescue me. Let me share in the prosperity of your
chosen ones. Let me rejoice in the joy of your people; let me praise you with
those who are your heritage. Psalm 106:4-5
Jesus reminded His disciples to remember
His words. His words are as important as He is.
David praises the Lord and tells the people
of Israel to “Remember”–never forget—the Lord—and the benefits that He
provides. Benefits. What greater benefit is there than God’s love? He “remembers”
us by forgiving our sins, healing our diseases, saving us from the pits of
life, and crowning us with lovingkindness.
Bless the LORD, O my soul….
Let all that I am praise the LORD; with my
whole heart, I will praise His holy name. Let all that I am praise the LORD;
may I never forget the good things He does for me. He forgives all my sins and
heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and
tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the
eagle's! Psalm 103:1-5.
When He was speaking to a multitude of
followers Jesus also said…
I tell you the truth, everyone who
acknowledges me publicly here on earth, the Son of Man will also acknowledge in
the presence of God's angels. But anyone who denies me here on earth will be
denied before God's angels. Luke 12:8-9.
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Dogwood blossom - reminds us to Remember Jesus.
The petals form a cross and the center is the Crown of Thorns.
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Remember me. Acknowledge—a form of remembrance. If we “remember”
Jesus in our conversations with others, He will “remember” us in His
conversations with our Heavenly Father.
In thinking about “remembering” Jesus I’ve
discovered that He has given me insight into my own life that I don’t have to
live to please others—which has been a life-long task. I only have to please
Him—to be obedient to Him. In seeking Him first—and acknowledging Him, I have
an inner peace. Funny thing—as I am obedient to God—I have a more pleasant
attitude and so please others. How has God been working in your life today?
What are you going to tell others about what Jesus is doing for, with, or
through you?
Prayer
~ Lord, Remember me! I praise You and
rejoice not only in the beauty of the spring, but also in Your love and the
salvation You have so generously provided. I sing praises to Your name. I
remember You.
Daily
Bible Reading: Psalm 133
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2017 Text and photo by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
All
scripture quoted from the New Living Translation (NLT) unless otherwise noted.
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