Consider what Great Things He has Done for You

Scripture:

I Samuel 12:24 "Only fear the Lord, and serve Him in truth with all your heart: for consider what great things He has done for you".

Observation:

Samuel the prophet was speaking to the people of Israel after Saul had been installed as their king. Samuel knew it was not God's will for them to even have a king. He knew that God wanted to be their king, but because the people wanted a king, God gave them one. He warns the people to "fear the Lord and serve Him in truth with all your heart". He goes one step further and tells them how to do it "consider what great things He has done for you".

Application:

We must take advice from this wise prophet. In order to serve the Lord best, we must remember what great things He has done for us. Many don't feel like God has done much for them, therefore their commitment level is low. We must realize that God has done everything for us. He sent His son to die so we could have a relationship with Him. He sent His Spirit to give us power to serve Him well. We would do good to take time each day to consider what great things He has done for us.

Prayer:

Lord, help me to never take for granted all you have done for me. You have provided for me in amazing ways. Even this week, You have shown yourself strong in my life. Help me to never take Your blessings for granted, but to consider what great things you have done for me. Thank You for looking out for me and taking care of me.

Yours,

Jeff