Remembering God’s Goodness
Sometimes, if we are honest with ourselves, we remember our problems more easily than our blessings. Stress, disappointment, loss, and uncertainty tend to occupy our minds, while the many ways God has carried us often fade into the background.
In his recent message at First Baptist Moncton, Phil Oyeniran, Director of International Ministries, reminded us that remembering God’s goodness is not just a spiritual exercise—it is a way of seeing life more clearly.
David, the author of Psalm 103, speaks to his own soul, urging himself not to forget what God has done. David had faced battles, hardship, and uncertainty, yet he knew that behind every victory and every breath was the faithfulness of God.
The Benefits We Often Overlook
Psalm 103 lists several powerful reminders of God’s goodness:
God forgives our sins.
The greatest gift we receive is not material success or comfort, but the forgiveness made possible through Jesus Christ.
God heals and restores.
When we pray for those who are sick and see healing happen, we are witnessing God’s compassion at work.
God redeems our lives.
Every day we wake up, every moment we are protected and sustained, is evidence that God is actively preserving our lives.
God crowns us with love and mercy.
Even when we fail, God’s response is not immediate punishment but patient love and grace.
Many of these blessings are not always visible in obvious ways. They are present in everyday moments: waking up in the morning, breathing deeply, walking freely, or sharing time with loved ones.
These are daily reminders of God’s goodness.
God Is Still at Work
One of the key takeaways from this message is that God is actively working in our lives, whether we notice it or not. His compassion, mercy, and grace are not limited to those who ask perfectly or live flawlessly. They flow from His very nature.
God is slow to anger and abundant in love. His mercy is renewed again and again, every day.
Often the prayers God answers are the ones we never thought to pray.
A Call to Remember
Psalm 103 calls us to pause and reflect.
To remember the ways God has carried us through storms.
To recognize the blessings we sometimes overlook.
To praise Him for the life and grace we experience each day.
Because when we remember God’s goodness, gratitude fills our hearts and our faith grows stronger.
And like David, we can say with confidence:
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.”