Day 278 Remembering the Dark Night

Rise & Reign: Remembering in the Dark Night

by Torrie Slaughter

Sunday, October 5, 2025

(Psalm 77:1–20)

Have you ever been awake in the night, unable to quiet your racing thoughts? That’s where Asaph finds himself in Psalm 77: “I cried out to God for help… at night I stretched out untiring hands, and I would not be comforted” (vv.1–2). His words are raw, an honest portrait of a soul in distress.

But Asaph doesn’t stop at despair—he shifts. “I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago” (v.11). The Hebrew word zakar for “remember” means more than recalling facts; it means to dwell on, to meditate with intention. In the middle of turmoil, Asaph chooses the discipline of remembrance, anchoring his soul in God’s proven faithfulness.

He recalls the Red Sea: “Your path led through the sea, your way through the mighty waters, though your footprints were not seen” (v.19). That’s faith—walking a way that seems impossible, guided by a God whose presence is certain even when His footsteps are invisible.

The psalm closes with this assurance: “You led your people like a flock by the hand of Moses and Aaron” (v.20). God is Shepherd, even in silence. Redeemer, even in darkness. Savior, even when we cannot trace His hand.

When life doesn’t make sense, Psalm 77 calls us to remember—to look back at God’s track record and let His past faithfulness steady our present fears.

Prayer

Lord, when my heart is restless and Your presence feels hidden, teach me to remember. Anchor me in the testimony of Your past works and remind me that You never abandon Your flock. Even when I cannot see Your footprints, help me trust that You are guiding me still. Amen.