Table to Testimony

“Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” — Psalms 105:1 (NIV)

In a world saturated with fleeting stories and quick headlines, Psalm 105 calls us to a deeper rhythm—one of remembering and proclaiming. It reminds us that worship is not just an inward expression but also an outward declaration, and that the story of God’s faithfulness is meant to be shared. 

The psalm opens with an invitation that is both intimate and expansive. It beckons us to praise the Lord—not merely in private reflection, but through proclamation. Embedded in this verse is the dual rhythm of worship and evangelism: praising God for who He is and declaring what He has done so that others may know and be drawn to Him.

It proceeds by recounting God’s faithfulness through generations—His covenant with Abraham, deliverance from Egypt, and provision in the wilderness. These aren’t abstract memories; they are living testimonies that form the foundation of communal identity and hope. In essence, it is a biblical archive, celebrating a God who acts in history and calls His people to testify.

When we gather for Communion, we notice it embodies that same rhythm. In partaking of the bread and cup, we enter the story of God’s salvation. As Paul reminds us, “For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes” (1 Cor. 11:26). It is remembrance, worship, and witness in one holy act—a declaration of grace that extends from the table to the world.

As modern witnesses, we stand in that same continuum as the psalmist. Our stories of faith—moments of grace, rescue, and continual transformation—aren’t meant to be tucked away but shared with compassion and conviction. Worship fuels witness. The joy of God’s presence propels us outward to “make known” His works among all people.

The Lord's Table becomes one of the clearest ways we live this rhythm. Each time we gather at the table, we are nourished by grace and commissioned to carry that grace outward. The bread and cup are not merely symbolic—they are our proclamation. Through this sacred act, the Church testifies to the ongoing work of Christ, inviting a world in need to taste and see that the Lord is good.

Whether through sermons, social posts, or quiet conversations over coffee, we’re invited to echo the psalmist’s charge. Evangelism isn’t a script; it's a life lived in response to God's goodness—a storytelling of grace that builds bridges and invites belonging.

Gracious and faithful God, You have written Your goodness across generations, and we are grateful witnesses to Your works. Teach us to worship with sincerity and proclaim with courage. May our lives tell of Your love—not only in sacred spaces, but in everyday places. Ignite in us a passion to share Your story so that all nations may know, remember, and rejoice.  In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.

Peace & Grace,

Pastor Tim