There’s a powerful story of a family who went through years of financial struggle. At one point, they had to share one meal a day. The father kept a small notebook where he wrote every instance of God’s provision — a neighbor’s gift, a surprise refund, an unexpected job. Years later, when the family was prospering, the father would open that old notebook to remind them: “See how faithful God has been.”

In Deuteronomy 8:2, Moses reminded Israel not to forget how God led them through the wilderness. Though the journey was long and filled with trials, it was also filled with miracles — manna from heaven, water from a rock, clothes that never wore out. God used the wilderness to teach them dependence, gratitude, and obedience.

We, too, can easily forget God’s goodness when life becomes comfortable. But remembering His past faithfulness strengthens our present faith. When we look back and see His hand in our story — the doors He opened, the prayers He answered, the peace He gave — we gain confidence to trust Him for tomorrow.