Bless the Lord II

Thursday 9 February
READ: Psa. 103: 1 - 5
MORE LESSON: Psa. 115: 16 - 18

The psalmist shows us that if we must be able to bless the Lord at all times, we must make a habit of remembering His benefits. It is only those who have mastered the art of not forgetting the benefits of the Lord that will be able to bless God whatever happens. In order for us to easily remember the benefits of the Lord, the Bible lists some of them for us. The first benefit listed in the text is the forgiveness of sins. The salvation of your soul is enough reason for you to be eternally grateful to God. How much can a man ever pay for salvation and forgiveness of his sins? The only way to repay God for forgiving us is to praise Him in word and action.
The next item listed by the psalmist is that it is the Lord who heals all your diseases. Jesus paid for your healing by His blood. When a child of God is in health, he doesn't really appreciate how much the Lord has done for him. The world is full of diverse kinds of sickness, diseases and calamities that have taken the joy from the lives of many; but the Lord healed your diseases. Even if you are sick, it is not because He has not healed you; it is because you have not received it. The price has been paid for your healing. In the name of Jesus, I declare your healing to speedily appear (Isa. 58: 8).
Psa. 103: 4 says, Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies. Destruction, death and accidents are flying all over the nations. It is because of the Lord's mercies and loving kindness that you are alive. The fact that you are alive today is enough testimony of the faithfulness of God and enough reason for you to bless Him.
Another reason to bless the Lord is because He satisfies your mouth with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle. God doesn't just give you good things; He satisfies you with good things. There are many complaints because of the prevalent economic situation. However, if you are very thoughtful, you will realise that you have enough reasons to thank God. He has not allowed famine, hunger and dearth to kill you. He has taken care of you; like a shepherd He has fed you. You may not have everything you wish for but you have enough to be grateful for. This is the reason you must bless the Lord with all your heart and must never forget His benefits. Lift up your hand and say, “Thank You Jesus!”

Prayer/Action
* Lord, thank You for taking away my debt of sin and giving me a new life of hope, in Jesus’ name.
* Daddy, thank You for daily benefits that I enjoy from You, in the name of Jesus.

TODAY'S PROPHETIC PRAYER
Father, I redeem my times and seasons in the month of February from wickedness and the power of darkness, in the mighty name of Jesus.