Remember What God Has Done
In a world overflowing with distractions, disappointments, and never-ending desires, it’s easy to overlook one of the most life-changing disciplines: remembering what God has already done.
How often do we truly pause, reflect, and thank the Lord for His countless blessings? Psalm 77:12 challenges us with a simple but powerful truth: “I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.” This verse is more than poetic. It is a divine invitation to reflect, recall, and rejoice in the mighty acts of God.
Psalm 77:12 (KJV)
“I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.”
Too many of us rush through life focused on what’s next, what’s missing, or what we think God hasn’t yet provided. But Scripture urges us to stop and look back, because gratitude grows from memory. This Bible study explores the importance of remembering God's faithfulness, the danger of spiritual forgetfulness, and the peace that comes from contentment with what we already have.
Whether you’re seeking encouragement, deeper Bible insight, or practical ways to strengthen your walk with God, this study will help you:
- Learn how to meditate on God’s past miracles and answered prayers
- Discover why gratitude and contentment are keys to spiritual growth
- Explore verses like Psalm 103:2, 1 Chronicles 16:12, and Ecclesiastes 6:9 that support this vital principle
- Embrace a lifestyle of remembrance, reflection, and rejoicing
👉 This is your call to slow down and truly remember the goodness of God, not just once, but as a daily act of worship. Let's rediscover the joy of spiritual contentment by reflecting on all the incredible things God has already done.
Psalm 77:12 - “I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.” (KJV)
This verse reflects a deeply intentional act of spiritual discipline. King Davig, amid distress and confusion, determines to meditate, not on his circumstances, but on the works of God. It’s an invitation, even a command by example, to shift our focus from what we lack to what God has already done.
The Call to Remember
We live in a time when forgetting is easy. Our fast-paced lives, constant distractions, and overwhelming desires often crowd out moments of spiritual reflection. Psalm 77:12 is a clear call to remember, reflect, and proclaim the works of the Lord.
Supporting Scriptures
Psalm 103:2 (KJV)
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:”
This verse doesn't just suggest remembering, it pleads with us to not forget. Why? Because forgetting God's benefits leads to discontent, ingratitude, and spiritual blindness. How many of us, when facing trials, immediately forget the hundreds or thousands of blessings that God has poured out on us already?
1 Chronicles 16:12 (KJV)
“Remember his marvellous works that he hath done, his wonders, and the judgments of his mouth;”
This verse, spoken during a moment of great national celebration, underlines the central role of memory in our walk with God. God’s works are not just past events; they are testimonies meant to strengthen our faith and shape our worship today. Where is your testimony?
Deuteronomy 8:11-14 (KJV)
11 "Beware that thou forget not the Lord thy God, in not keeping his commandments, and his judgments, and his statutes, which I command thee this day:"
12 "Lest when thou hast eaten and art full, and hast built goodly houses, and dwelt therein;"
13 "And when thy herds and thy flocks multiply, and thy silver and thy gold is multiplied, and all that thou hast is multiplied;"
14 "Then thine heart be lifted up, and thou forget the Lord thy God, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage;"
⚠️ Here, God warns His people of the danger that comes after blessing: the temptation to forget the One who gave it all.
How many of us thank God after the prayer is answered? Do we remember His goodness when life becomes comfortable?
The Human Tendency to Forget
It's a painful truth: we often forget what God has done for us.
- We remember our troubles far more vividly than our blessings.
- We often desire more without honoring what we've already received.
- We pray fervently in need but seldom praise earnestly in abundance.
This forgetfulness isn't just a flaw; it's a spiritual danger. To forget God's works is to lose sight of His character, His faithfulness, and His promises.
The Discipline of Remembrance
Psalm 77:12 doesn't merely suggest private reflection, it includes speaking aloud: "talk of thy doings."
This is not just personal meditation but public testimony. How often do we share what God has done? Do we keep journals, share testimonies, or teach our children about His faithfulness?
Consider:
- Do you keep a spiritual journal or gratitude log?
- Do you reflect weekly on answered prayers?
- Do you intentionally talk about God's works in your home, church, or friendships?
We are called to remember ALL miracles, not just the big miracles, but the daily mercies: breath, health, provision, protection, peace.
Being Content with What We Already Have
Ecclesiastes 6:9 (KJV) “Better is the sight of the eyes than the wandering of the desire: this is also vanity and vexation of spirit.”
This verse teaches a powerful truth: It is better to appreciate what we already have, what is before our eyes, than to chase after endless desires that can never satisfy.
In the context of Psalm 77:12, this complements the idea that when we meditate on what God has already done, we find peace and contentment. We stop chasing more and start cherishing enough.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
- Remember – Make it a daily practice. Meditate on God’s goodness.
- Record – Keep journals, write down testimonies, note answered prayers.
- Recount – Speak often of His works. Encourage others by sharing.
- Reflect with Gratitude – Be content with what God has already done and given.
- Resist Forgetfulness – Fight against the tendency to overlook His blessings.
Let Psalm 77:12 become more than a verse, let it be a spiritual lifestyle: to meditate on all His works and to speak of His doings continually.
Prayer: A Heart That Remembers
Dear Heavenly Father,
I come before You with a heart that so easily forgets. I confess that I often dwell more on what I lack than on what You have already provided. I chase after tomorrow’s needs and desires, while ignoring the countless ways You’ve blessed me today and how You've carried me, healed me, comforted me, and never left me.
Dear Lord, please forgive me for the times I’ve overlooked Your goodness. Help me to remember all that You have done, not just the mountain-moving miracles, but the quiet mercies that greet me every morning. Teach me to slow down and see You in the details, in the breath in my lungs, the peace in my spirit, the food on my table, and the love in my life.
I want to be like King David who said, “I will meditate also of all thy work, and talk of thy doings.” Stir my heart to recall, to write, to speak of Your amazing and awesome wonders. Let gratitude overflow from me, not only in words but in the way I live.
Please help me to resist the pull of discontentment. Your Word says that “better is the sight of the eyes than the wandering of the desire” - so give me eyes to see the beauty in what I already have. Help me to stop chasing after what I think I need, and instead to rest in the abundance You've already given.
Make me a person who remembers. Help me to build altars of testimony in my heart and places of remembrance where I can return and say, “This is where the Lord met me. This is what my God has done.”
I thank You, Lord, not just for what You will do, but for everything You’ve already done. And I promise, by Your grace, to never forget.
In Jesus’ holy name,
Amen 🙏