It is interesting to live in a time in history when we seem more willing to rewrite history than to learn from it. There is no doubt that some of both is needed. Both the “Me Too” and the “Black Lives Matter” movements are examples of this need. As we look at our life in addiction and all that took place before, during, and after it, we might be tempted to try to rewrite events in our own minds particularly painful ones, rather than to learn from them.
My people, listen to my teachings. Listen to what I say. I will tell you a story. I will tell you about things from the past that are hard to understand. We have heard the story, and we know it well. Our fathers told it to us. And we will not forget it. Our people will be telling this story to the last generation. We will all praise the Lord and tell about the amazing things he did. (Psalm 78:1-4 ERV)
We can learn lots from God's people and their stories in the Bible. God did many amazing things to bring His people out of slavery and into a new place of freedom and blessing. The facts are clearly recorded in history and have been retold down through many generations. Despite their history and God’s goodness, like many of us, many of them wanted things their own way and often broke their promises to God and disobeyed His instructions.
They would remember that God was their Rock. They would remember that God Most High had saved them. But they tried to fool him with their words; they told him lies. Their hearts were not really with him. They were not faithful to the agreement he gave them. (Psalm 78:35-37 ERV)
They would get themselves into trouble over and over again and then call out to God in their misery and, incredibly, God would hear them and help them. What an amazing God we serve who is ready to do the same for us if we will just turn to him, repent of our wrongs, and sincerely give Him control of our lives.
But God was merciful. He forgave their sins and did not destroy them. Many times he held back his anger. He never let it get out of control. He remembered that they were only people, like a wind that blows and then is gone. (Psalm 78:38-39 ERV)
Prayer: Loving God, I’m so grateful for the many new beginnings You have given me. Help me to stand strong with You today and trust You. I want to live in the strength of who I am in Jesus and not be blown about like a leaf in the wind. Amen
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