In the past few weeks, in my life and in the lives of those I love, I have seen the steadfast love of God. He has gently comforted, faithfully provided, and mercifully spoken into my community in a myriad of ways, showering us with a deep knowledge of His character. These are 'ebeneezer moments.' The psalmist utters these amazing words right after begging God to 'consider and answer' him, to keep his eyes from closing in death, a prayer of frustration and desperation. He is able to call on this God of steadfast love in both joy and sorrow. And, so much more than the psalmist, when times are trying and our trust is failing, our hearts can remember Jesus, can remember that we who once walked in darkness have been brought by grace into light, and rejoice. Then, with one heart and voice, we can rend praise back to the Lord, in whatever circumstances, for He has indeed dealt bountifully.
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