Psalm 77 (A Song of Asaph) begins with a passage of despair. That despair passage ends with verse 10: “And I said, ‘This is my fate; the Most High has turned his hand against me.’” Then something changes in verse 11: “But then I recall all you have done, O Lord; I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago. They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.” [NLT]
The word used for “can’t stop thinking” means to ponder or meditate. In the King James it also means to imagine, speak, study, or talk.
There is something unexplainable that happens in a conversation when it turns towards the things of God. It is invaded by an energy that lifts souls and brightens spirits.
I can be tired or distracted or even in pain, but when the conversation turns to the things of the LORD, it strengthens me. I don’t want to stop. I can talk about the works of the LORD, His mighty deeds, for many hours. Those conversations with other believers are so precious.
I am reminded as I write this that I can have this same enjoyment, this same energy and strength that invades my soul and brightens my spirit by having a conversation DIRECTLY WITH the Lord. He is always willing to speak as I meditate on His works, pray and converse with Him about His mighty deeds.
