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Written by Megan Conner, a contemporary author and speaker.

As believers, we are called to intentionally turn our eyes away from worthless things. We are exhorted to remind ourselves of all He has done for us. He formed us each individually in our mother’s wombs. He meets ALL of our needs. And, He sent his only Son to pay the penalty for our sins so that we might be reconciled to the Father. In response to His endless love, mercy, and grace, we should wake in the morning with praise upon our lips. We should declare His deeds among the people, for He has done marvelous things. We should be shouting, and dancing, and celebrating God’s goodness and presence in our lives, yet our vision has become dulled, and we are lulled to sleep by the “security” of this world. Our memories are short, just like those of the Israelites of old when they wandered in the desert. Though God had performed the most incredible miracles before their very eyes (the parting of the Red Sea, manna from heaven to satisfy their hunger, and water bursting forth from a rock to satiate their thirst). However, they struggled to recall these divine interventions as they continually fixated on their fleshly desires. And we succumb to the same, repetitious temptations. But just like the Israelites and countless other biblical characters who knowingly, or unknowingly, lost sight of the majestic works of our God, we have a choice. We can choose to open our hearts and eyes to the evidence of the Creator all around us. We can choose to recognize all of the individual blessings God has bestowed upon us. 

Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty— and I will meditate on your wonderful works. They tell of the power of your awesome works— and I will proclaim your great deeds. They celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness… All your works praise you, LORD; your faithful people extol you. [Psalm 145:3-10]