Psalm 136:1---O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.
Hearing this psalm as
a child, and it seemed to go on forever. The writer of Psalm 136 wished to show
readers repeatedly that God’s love endures forever. Read and re-read this psalm
as a truly attentive child of God who is daily growing to know God better.
Practice by carefully reading aloud the first part of every verse, reflecting
on every phrase. The verses of Psalm 136 recall concrete examples from history
in which the Lord showed his enduring love. If you wish, look up the full
report of each of those examples in the books of Genesis, Exodus, Joshua, and
Judges. Then try to identify personally with as many of the instances of the
Lord’s enduring love that the verses suggest to you. You can identify any of
the Lord’s great wonders? Wonders that awed you? That comforted you? Can you
name a time in your life when the Lord led you through a desert experience? As
you meditate over each verse and each example of God’s love, repeat the psalms
refrain again and again. What do you think is the most fitting response to God
for his enduring love in all its instances? On this Thanksgiving Day How can
you, your family, thank God for his enduring love?
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