THE LORD BROUGHT US OUT / DEUTERONOMY 26:8

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(KJV) Deuteronomy 26:8

And the Lord brought us forth out of Egypt with a mighty hand, and with an outstretched arm, and with great terribleness, and with signs, and with wonders:

Remembered and Redeemed: Living in the Light of God’s Mercy

We all have a story of where we used to be. For the ancient Israelites, that story was one of harsh bondage, heavy burdens, and a desperate cry for help.

In Deuteronomy 26:8, we find the powerful climax of their rescue: “So the Lord brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm, with great terror and with signs and wonders.”

The Israelites were expected to always remember that their existence and redemption came about because of what God had done for them. They were to confess this truth publicly (Deuteronomy 26:3-9) and continue their worship with offerings, thanksgiving, joy, goodness toward others, and obedience to God’s commands (Deuteronomy 26:12-15). Their identity was rooted entirely in their Deliverer.

Our Story of Rescue

As believers in Christ, we share this exact same call to remembrance. We likewise owe our lives and salvation to God’s mercy through Christ. We have been redeemed and purchased by His death and have become His own possession (Ephesians 1:13-14; 1 Peter 1:18; 1 Peter 1:19; 1 Peter 2:9-10).

Just as Israel was pulled out of Egypt, we have been pulled out of the kingdom of darkness. Our “Egypt” was our sin, our shame, and our inability to save ourselves. But God, with an outstretched arm on the cross, brought us out.

The Response of Gratitude

Redemption is never the end of the story; it is the beginning of a transformed life. Because we belong to Him, our daily lives should reflect our gratitude.

From now on, we must live in gratitude as living sacrifices to our Lord, not being conformed to this world but being transformed (changed) by the Holy Spirit, that we may do His will (Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:8-9).

Every act of obedience, every moment of praise, and every hand extended in kindness to others is our way of saying, “I remember what You did for me.” Let us live today as people who are visibly, joyfully redeemed.

Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,

We stand in awe of Your mighty hand and Your outstretched arm. Thank You for bringing us out of our own Egypt—out of the bondage of sin and death—and leading us into Your marvelous light. We confess today that our salvation and our very breath belong to You.

Forgive us for the times we forget Your goodness. Holy Spirit, transform our minds and guard us against conforming to this world. Help us to live each day as living sacrifices, overflowing with joy, obedience, and love for others. May our lives be a public testimony of Your redeeming love.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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THE LORD BROUGHT US OUT / DEUTERONOMY 26:8

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We all have a story of where we used to be. For the ancient Israelites, that story was one of harsh bondage, heavy burdens, and a desperate cry for help.

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Margarita Crews

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