Day 265 Marked by His Presence

Marked by His Presence

by Torrie Slaughter

Reading: Psalm 66

Psalm 66 is an anthem of victory—a call to look back at God’s faithfulness and shout forward into His promises. From the very first line, the psalmist doesn’t whisper his worship; he commands a roar: “Shout for joy to God, all the earth!”(Psalm 66:1).

This kind of praise isn’t quiet or reserved. It’s the praise of a heart that has seen God’s power, the kind that can’t be contained. The psalmist recalls how God parted the sea and led His people through on dry ground. That same God still makes a way today, bringing us through trials into light.

But this psalm doesn’t sugarcoat reality. Verse 10 reminds us that deliverance often involves testing: “You, God, tested us; you refined us like silver.” The refining fire is uncomfortable, but it is never wasted. Just as silver emerges brighter after the flame, so our faith grows stronger in trials.

The psalm closes with a personal testimony: “Come and hear, all you who fear God; let me tell you what he has done for me.” (v.16). That’s our invitation too—to remember, to give thanks, and to share boldly what the Lord has done in our lives. Because He not only hears our cries—He answers them with steadfast love.

Prayer

Lord, thank You for being the God who hears, delivers, and refines. Help me to lift my voice in praise, even in testing, and to remember that You are leading me into abundance. May my life declare to others the greatness of Your love. Amen.