Psalms 77:10
And I said, This is my infirmity: but I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High.
Psalms 77:10
Verse 10 marks a turning point: the speaker declares, “This is my infirmity: but I will remember the years of the right hand of the most High.” The shift from questioning to remembrance is deliberate. The phrase “this is my infirmity” acknowledges human frailty; the following resolve shows a stubborn, hopeful faith. The “right hand of the Most High” is a classic biblical image of God’s mighty, saving power—a motif found when God rescues Israel in Exodus, through Red Sea crossing, and in many victories. Historically, the psalmist reframes weakness as opportunity to recall the demonstrations of God’s strength. The structure of lament-to-memory is a common healing pattern in Psalms, encouraging readers that memory can re-anchor the soul when present experiences threaten to overwhelm. The call to remember God’s powerful acts is both personal and communal, reinforcing tradition and identity in a worshipful posture.
This verse foregrounds the discipline of memory as a theological act. Remembering the “right hand” of God aligns the faithful with a God who acts in history, not a distant deity of theory. It asserts that God’s saving deeds are the defining lens through which present suffering is interpreted. Theologically, it also highlights God’s sovereignty and faithfulness across generations. By naming infirmity, the psalmist acknowledges vulnerability while choosing to anchor that vulnerability in the testimony of God’s past redemptive acts. This combination—honest weakness plus confident remembrance—becomes a template for faith under pressure.
Practically, this verse invites you to powerfully reframe hardship by revisiting God’s past acts of salvation in your life. Create a “right hand moments” list: record times you sensed God’s rescue or power, such as protection in danger, successful outcomes after prayer, or mercy shown in tough relationships. When fear or despair returns, read through these memories aloud. This habit builds resilience, especially for caregivers, students under pressure, or those navigating health challenges. It also encourages you to model this practice for others—your family, friends, or a small group—so shared memory becomes a bridge over doubt. The core takeaway: in weakness, hold fast to the evidence of God’s saving power, not your fleeting feelings.
Cross-References: Exodus 15:6; Isaiah 41:10; Psalm 18:35; Psalm 77:11; Hebrews 12:2