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DAY 3. BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL

When we’re walking through a season of restoration—however it may look—let’s not forget to remain constant and thankful. It’s easier said than done, but putting it into practice brings real benefits.

Consistency in our relationship with God helps us stay anchored. No matter what we may feel emotionally, it keeps us from abandoning a life of prayer and daily praise to the Lord, despite our circumstances, and even despite ourselves.

Whether this season of restoration has brought challenges or joy, gratitude is essential. It keeps us from falling into complaint. Complaint is draining—it weighs us down and can become dangerous, because too much of it might even lead us to raise a fist against God.

In Exodus, God’s people complained. They said they had meat in Egypt, but now only manna in the desert. But they forgot that in Egypt, even though they had meat, they were still slaves.

God wants to free us. He wants to give us a new beginning—away from the yoke of slavery, away from the weight of complaint, away from sin and the traps of this world. He desires to begin and perfect a good work in us.

That’s why—even in the desert—if God is with us, it becomes a paradise. And His manna becomes the finest of feasts.

Whether in tears or in joy… BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL!

Now, in Psalm 103, you’ll read a song of praise written by David—a man shaped by God both in the palace and in the cave. He is an example of perseverance, gratitude, and a testimony of God’s faithfulness to restore the soul. I invite you to read this psalm as a prayer.