S) "18 This will be written for the generation to come,
That a people yet to be created may praise the Lord."
Psalm 102:18 (NASB)
O) This is really the sentiment that Moses must have had, when he first undertook the writings of the Pentateuch. Before that, the entire history of Israel was kept by close oral tradition. God's purpose, is that generation to generation, His people will continue following after Him. Several times in the history of Judah, their kings found the writings of the Law, and were able to turn their hearts (and people) back toward the LORD. This verse acknowledges that our influence as people on earth can be limited, but through our writings and teachings, God can extend that influence for His purposes. We see that result in the entirety of the Bible. God supernaturally preserves the His written Word, so that future generations may know Him. This also extends to other great writings by Christians before us. While not Scripture, there is a lot to learn from the pens of men and women who are now in heaven.
A) This verse was a prayer to me for my children, before I was even married. When I was a teenager, struggling to follow God when it felt like everyone near me was against me, I found this verse, and it became a prayer for me. While my own children are here, now, I hope to some day have grandchildren, and then great-grandchildren, and on and on. It would be an incredible honor, if some of these entries were preserved for those generations. This verse is a reminder of opportunity, that extends beyond Bible study, also. I have said it for some time, but I the value of recording my own testimonies cannot be understated. The Bible is a constant, and through the grace and providence of God, it will be available for future generations. But, my own family can benefit from hearing my testimonies about the goodness of God. The LORD can use that to build faith and bring victory in their lives as well.
P) Father, I want to thank You first, for all of my testimony. You have been so very good to me, for so very long, even beyond what I really know. However, for the goodness I do know, for the miracles, provisions, healings, and grace that I can acknowledge, I thank You. Please help me; motivate and guide me. I want to be able to tell my offspring, my future generations, not just my thoughts about various Scriptures, but also how much You changed my life, in so many ways. If it is in Your will, let them hear of it, that they may praise Your name. In Jesus's name I pray. Amen.
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