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Reflecting on the past is a vital spiritual exercise that builds confidence in Christ as our leader. By reviewing every step of progress in our history, we can see the remarkable ways God has worked, which should fill us with astonishment and praise (TM 31). There is no reason to fear what lies ahead, provided we do not forget the specific ways the Lord has guided us and the lessons He has imparted through our previous experiences (CCh 359.4). It is essential to maintain a diligent watch over our own souls to ensure we do not lose sight of the things our eyes have witnessed. We are called to remember the history of the past, specifically those moments when God revealed His power and grace to grant us victory. This process involves recounting His sustaining providence and His "never-to-be-forgotten deliverances" step by step, which helps us recognize that He is constantly repeating His merciful dealings with us (7T 210.2).

Remembering God's past actions also serves as a necessary safeguard against self-confidence and the repetition of past mistakes. We must bear in mind the times our faith failed or when unbelief imperiled His cause, using these memories to renounce self-dependence and trust fully in Him (3TT). Moses warned that when we become prosperous and satisfied, there is a great danger that our hearts will be lifted up and we will forget the Lord, attributing our success to our own power rather than His blessing (COL 291.1). This habit of remembrance extends to the very foundations of our faith and our daily health. The Sabbath itself was instituted as a specific command to "remember" and commemorate God's creative work (1SP 86.1).

Furthermore, we are encouraged to remember that God's care for us includes the laws of life; He expects us to cooperate with His providence by not neglecting simple health precautions or the light He has given regarding our physical well-being (3MR 324.2).

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