God's Glory Church

“I praise You, Lord, among the nations, I sing to Your name!” — 2 Samuel 22:50

During her seventy-year reign of Great Britain, Queen Elizabeth II approved only one biography about her life with a personal preface – “The Servant Queen and the King She Serves.” The book, published in honor of her 90th birthday, tells the story of how her faith guided her while serving her country. In her foreword, Queen Elizabeth thanked all those who prayed for her and thanked God for His unfailing love. At the end, she concluded: “I really saw His faithfulness.”

Queen Elizabeth’s simple words resonate with the testimonies of many men and women who have personally experienced God’s faithful care in their lives. This very theme is the basis of a beautiful song that King David wrote while reflecting on his life. It is recorded in the 22nd chapter of the Second Book of Samuel. This song tells about God’s faithfulness in protecting David, in providing for his needs and in saving him when his life was threatened (vv. 3-4, 44). In response to his experience of God’s faithfulness, David wrote: “To Your name I sing!” (v. 50).

As witnesses of God’s faithfulness, we must tell others about His care in our lives. If we realize that in life we ​​are not guided by our own abilities, but by the faithful care of a loving Father, we are overwhelmed with gratitude and praise.

How has God’s faithfulness been manifested in your life? How to express your gratitude to God?

Heavenly Father, I am so thankful that in every season of life, in sadness or joy, I have seen Your faithfulness.

Author: Lisa Samra