STOP, right now and right where you are and tell God one thing you are grateful at this very moment. This should be a habit several times a day in your daily life. Worry stops us in our tracks and we don't even realize how much time and joy it steals from us. How about generating some praise worthy thoughts back to God?
'If we are not grateful for what we have, then what makes us think we'd be happier with more?'
It's like the story of the 3 men given talents/money, did they make more with it or hoard it for themselves and reap nothing?
'Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone.' Yes, God knows your heart without words but doesn't He deserve your time and spoken thoughts? Start each day with a grateful heart and throw in a few 'thank You' pit stops too.
So good, Angie. I never cease to be amazed at all God has blessed me with....things that matter....Jesus, eternal life, Godly parents, a wonderful husband and family, precious friends, a warm home and food on the table....I could go on and on. I can never thank Him enough for all He has done for me...and I give Him all the glory. And I am grateful for YOU...and all you mean to me. Love you, T.
ReplyDeleteI'm so thankful today for answered prayer. He hears and He answers, not always the way we want, but He knows best. Since we are to "give thanks in everything," then our bank of options for giving thanks are endless, aren't they?
ReplyDeleteWhy does it seem easier to us to complain or worry than to be grateful? I know how frequently I make a request to God, and how I have to later remind myself to thank Him for His answer. May my first instinct be to praise Him and give Him credit for the wonderful things He does.
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