2026-08-30 LOOK WHAT GOD HAS DONE
Look What God Has Done: Celebrating God’s Faithfulness and Remembering His Benefits
By Dr. David Hopkins | Highland Baptist Church
Have you ever paused to look back and truly see all that God has done in your life, your family, or your church? Too often, we rush from one event to the next, missing the opportunity to recognize God’s hand at work. Psalm 103 calls us to a different rhythm—a rhythm of remembrance, celebration, and worship.
The Main Point: God Deserves the Glory for Every Good Thing
At Highland, we recently took a special Sunday to celebrate what God has done in and through our community. From children trusting Christ at VBS, to students being transformed at camp, to mission trips where lives were changed—every story is a testimony of God’s grace, not our own strength. As Psalm 103:2 says, “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and do not forget all His benefits.” The main point is clear: Lasting spiritual fruit comes from the Lord alone, and our response must be humble gratitude and worship.
Why We Must Remember
One of our greatest spiritual struggles is forgetfulness. We forget answered prayers, miraculous provision, and the ways God has carried us through hard seasons. David urges us: “Do not forget all His benefits.” The danger isn’t that God stops working, but that we stop noticing. When we remember, we fuel our faith for the future and anchor our hearts in God’s unchanging love.
Naming God’s Benefits
David gets specific in Psalm 103:3-5:
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God forgives all your iniquity.
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He heals all your diseases.
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He redeems your life from the pit.
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He crowns you with faithful love and compassion.
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He satisfies you with good things and renews your youth like the eagle’s.
These aren’t abstract ideas—they’re lived realities for God’s people. At Highland, we see these truths in every story of salvation, every baptism, every step of faith and service.
Action Steps: How Can We Respond?
If you want to live a life that celebrates God’s faithfulness, here are a few steps you can take this week:
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Pause and Reflect: Set aside intentional time to remember what God has done for you—recently and in the past. Write it down or share it with a friend.
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Name His Benefits: Be specific in your gratitude. Instead of just saying “God is good,” tell how He’s been good to you. Share your testimony of answered prayer, transformation, or provision.
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Worship Fully: Let your remembrance lead to worship. As David said, “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.”
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Celebrate in Community: Join with your church family or small group to share stories of God at work. Celebrate together—these moments build faith and unity.
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Anchor Everything in Christ: Never forget, as our celebration culminates at the Lord’s Table, that every blessing flows from Jesus’ finished work. “Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19).
Conclusion & Prayer
Our church is not great because of our programs, talents, or efforts. We are who we are because we serve a great God—one who forgives, heals, redeems, and satisfies. Celebration isn’t the end; it’s fuel for the mission ahead. As you go into a new week, remember: God is still at work. Look for Him. Join Him in what He’s doing next.
Let’s pray:
Father, thank You for Your faithfulness, Your forgiveness, and Your steadfast love. Help us to remember all You have done, to worship You with all that is within us, and to give You the glory in every season. Remind us daily of Jesus—His sacrifice, His victory, His life in us. May our lives be a continual celebration of Your goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Ready to experience more of what God is doing? Join us at Highland Baptist Church this Sunday or connect with us online. Share your story, and let’s celebrate together—because God is not finished yet!