God Thoughts No. Thirty-Two

The dictionary definition of "remember" -

~to recall to the mind by an act or effort of memory; think of again.

~to retain in the memory; keep in mind; remain aware of

~to have (something) come into the mind again

~to bear (a person) in mind as deserving a gift, reward, or fee

~to give a tip, donation, or gift to

The Bible has alot to say about remembering as well.

Abraham, Moses and David often survived by remembering;

remembering God's goodness, His promises, His love.

We are to remember Jesus and what He has done for us.

And we are taught that we should remember one another;

in thought, prayer, encouragement and love.

"Sing praises to Adonai, you faithful of His;

and give thanks on recalling (remembering) His holiness."

Psalm 30:4

"The desire of all our soul is to remember You and Your name."

Isaiah 26:8

"Then He took a loaf [of bread], and when He had given thanks, He broke [it] and gave it to them saying, This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me."

Luke 22:19

"And when He had given thanks, He broke [it] and said, Take, eat. This is My body, which is broken for you. Do this to call Me [affectionately] to remembrance."

1 Corinthains 11:24

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you.

In every prayer of mine I always make my entreaty and petition for you all with joy (delight)."

Philippians 1:3-4

Remembering brings encouragement.

Remembering gives strength.

Remembering provides healing.