Written by John Ortberg, a contemporary author, speaker, and pastor.
Memory is not neutral. It forms our identity, drives our choices, and even dictates what we believe about ourselves and God. When we forget what Jesus said, or when we fill our minds only with regrets, failures, and fears, we can often begin to feel disconnected. But when we ground our thoughts with Scripture, with Christ’s presence, and with moments of Spirit-led reflection, something changes. Our memories become tools for healing, justice, conviction, and hope. So maybe your call is to simply to remember well. Remember the promises of Jesus. Remember the people who need your love. Remember that you are forgiven. Let the Spirit fill your memory so that your life becomes useful, full of hope, and built on love. The person who forgets everything may still remember Jesus, and in doing so, finds his soul again.
But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. [John 14:26]
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