Reminders

Because it’s too easy to forget what God has done in our lives, He calls us to set reminders of His faithfulness.

“They shall make … tassels on the corners of their garments throughout their generations … It shall be a tassel for you to look at and remember all the commandments of the LORD.”—Numbers 15:38–39 NASB

Knowing how quickly we can forget and how easily our current circumstances can dominate our minds, God’s instructions to the Israelites designated symbols to remind them of their past, His presence, and His commandments.

He instructed them to build a tabernacle filled with symbolism. They also were called to commemorate special days each year to celebrate God’s feasts and hear the great stories of their past and His covenant blessings.

Among the most important of God’s commands was to “remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy” (Exodus 20:8). But in spite of continual reminders, a man was found gathering wood on the Sabbath. God directed that he be put to death, for He wanted them to obey Him and recognize that His warnings were true.

Following this incident, God instructed them to make tassels with a violet thread on each corner. These tassels were to be constant reminders throughout all generations, helping them remember His commandments, “so that you will do them and not follow your own heart and your own eyes” (v. 39).

We, too, need reminders in our lives. This is why we need to regularly read the Bible, spend time in prayer, give our tithes and offerings, attend worship services, and remember the special days He commanded us to celebrate.

Make today a day of remembrance. Dedicate yourself anew to being a person who honors God with your life.

Reflection Question: How can you remind yourself of God’s faithfulness in your life?