Count Your Blessings And See What The Lord Has Done Series

COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS AND SEE WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5

Key Verse: “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” (Psalm 103:2)

Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:1-3; Lamentations 3:22-23; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Luke 17:15-19; Deuteronomy 8:2

Description: Gratitude opens our eyes to God’s faithfulness and reveals the many blessings He has already accomplished in our lives.

INTRODUCTION:

Many believers spend their time focusing on what is lacking while overlooking what God has already done. The psalmist calls the soul to intentional remembrance, urging us not to forget the benefits of the Lord. Thanksgiving is a spiritual discipline that shifts our focus from complaints to celebration.

When we count our blessings, we begin to see God’s hand in both obvious miracles and subtle mercies. Life, preservation, provision, forgiveness, and guidance are all testimonies of God’s goodness. Gratitude awakens spiritual sight and deepens our relationship with God.

Counting our blessings does not deny challenges; rather, it magnifies God above them. When believers recognise God’s past faithfulness, faith is strengthened for present battles and future victories.

1. REMEMBRANCE OPENS OUR EYES TO GOD’S GOODNESS

God expects His people to intentionally remember His works. Remembrance fuels gratitude and keeps the heart aligned with truth.

a) God commands us not to forget His benefits (Psalm 103:2). Forgetfulness leads to ingratitude and spiritual dullness.

b) Remembering strengthens faith (Deuteronomy 8:2). Reflection on God’s past dealings builds trust for the future.

c) Testimonies magnify God’s works (Psalm 126:1-3). Declaring what God has done stirs joy and praise.

d) Gratitude renews spiritual perspective (Lamentations 3:22-23). Daily mercies remind us that God is faithful.

Biblical Example: The Israelites were instructed to remember how God delivered them from Egypt to sustain gratitude and obedience (Exodus 13:3).

2. GRATITUDE REVEALS THE HAND OF GOD IN OUR JOURNEY

Thanksgiving helps believers recognise God’s involvement in every stage of life. Nothing good happens outside His grace.

a) Thanksgiving acknowledges God as the source (James 1:17). Every good and perfect gift comes from above.

b) Gratitude shifts focus from lack to abundance (Philippians 4:6). Thankful hearts overcome anxiety.

c) Appreciation attracts divine presence (Psalm 100:4). Praise ushers believers into deeper fellowship with God.

d) Gratitude preserves blessings (Luke 17:17-19). Thankfulness sustains what God has given.

Biblical Example: The one thankful leper received wholeness because he returned to give thanks (Luke 17:15-19).

3. THANKSGIVING STRENGTHENS FAITH FOR THE FUTURE

When believers recount God’s past faithfulness, confidence is built for what lies ahead. Gratitude fuels expectation.

a) Past victories inspire future confidence (1 Samuel 17:36-37). Remembering past deliverance empowers present faith.

b) Thanksgiving silences fear (Psalm 27:1). Gratitude reminds the soul of God’s power.

c) Faith grows through remembrance (Hebrews 11:32-34). Recalling God’s acts stirs bold belief.

d) Gratitude invites fresh intervention (Psalm 50:23). God responds to hearts that honour Him.

Biblical Example: David remembered God’s deliverance from the lion and bear before facing Goliath (1 Samuel 17:34-37).

4. PRAISE DECLARES WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE

Public praise testifies of God’s goodness and glorifies His name. Testimony strengthens both the speaker and the hearer.

a) Praise glorifies God openly (Psalm 34:1-3). God’s name is magnified through thankful lips.

b) Testimony encourages others (Revelation 12:11). Declaring God’s works builds communal faith.

c) Praise invites divine increase (Isaiah 60:1). Gratitude positions believers for greater glory.

d) Thankfulness reflects spiritual maturity (Colossians 3:15). Grateful hearts reflect Christlike character.

Biblical Example: Hannah’s song of thanksgiving declared God’s faithfulness and exalted His name (1 Samuel 2:1-10).

CONCLUSION:

Counting your blessings is a powerful spiritual exercise that reveals the faithfulness of God. When believers intentionally remember what the Lord has done, gratitude replaces complaint, faith replaces fear, and joy replaces heaviness.

As you count your blessings, let your heart overflow with praise and obedience. What the Lord has done in your past is proof that He is still working, and greater manifestations of His goodness are ahead.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for Your countless blessings in my life.

2. Lord, forgive me for every time I have forgotten Your goodness.

3. Father, open my eyes to see Your daily mercies.

4. Lord, let gratitude continually fill my heart.

5. Father, help me to praise You in every season.

6. Lord, strengthen my faith through remembrance of Your works.

7. Father, silence every spirit of complaint in my life.

8. Lord, let thanksgiving attract fresh blessings.

9. Father, use my testimony to bless others.

10. Lord, let my life continually glorify Your name.