There are many great benefits to being in Christ.

But you won't enjoy them unless you intentionally and frequently remember them.

David demonstrates how to do this in Psalm 103. He commands his own soul to bless the Lord by not forgetting any of His benefits.

Your soul is your thoughts and attitudes. They need strong leadership from your spirit to remain in alignment with God.

Every time we begin to think on things contrary to the goodness of God or feel discouraged, we must instruct our souls, just as David did.

Bless the Lord, oh my soul! And forget not even one of His benefits!

He has forgiven all my iniquities and healed all my diseases. He has redeemed my life from destruction. In His great love, He pours out mercy on me.

He satisfies my mouth with good things. He renews my youth so that I soar over the storms of life like an eagle.

If you want to live in the benefits, you must take charge of your thoughts and attitudes.