Thanksgiving A Way Of Life
When thanksgiving becomes a way of life rather than a day of celebration on the calendar, life will change for us. This involves seeing all that we “have” rather than what we “have not.” As we do this, we become more aware of God's presence and care in our lives and the result is peace and contentment in our hearts.
The truth is, God loves and cares for us and has promised to meet all our needs. However, our day-to-day lives may still have problems and challenges, some of which tend to overwhelm us. How can we give thanks when the world around us seems to be falling apart? There are pressures in relationships, worries about finances, and anxious thoughts about whether we will have enough money for food and rent tomorrow. Life sometimes isn't what we thought it would be. The furniture is breaking apart. The kitchen is cluttered. The kids are acting up. The laundry is piling up. How are we to give thanks in the middle of all this? What is there to be grateful for?
I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. (Philippians 4:12-13 NLT)
If we will pray and seek His help, God will work for good in amazing ways in all our difficulties. Now that is something we can be thankful for!
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank you that I don’t have to face tough times alone. Thank You for Your unfailing love and care for me. I am grateful that You promise to help me and work all things together for my good. You are a good, good Father. Help me to understand and accept how much I am truly loved by You. Amen
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