Thankful

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (KJV)

Rejoice evermore.
Pray without ceasing.
In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Think about some moments when you rejoiced over something, and some moments when you were thankful for something. Think about what caused to to rejoice and give thanks, and if you still give thanks for some of those same things today. Now think about some of the moments when you faced hardships, anger and grief. Chances are you probably weren't very thankful for most of those moments. But here in God's word we are called to do something crazy- give thanks in everything, in every situation and trial that we face in our lives. It's not an easy thing to do, but it is so much better for us than we can ever imagine. When we live our lives rejoicing everyday simply for the day and the breath in our lungs, we find ourselves overflowing with a joy that pours into all areas of our lives. When we constantly remain in a spirit of prayer, turning to God in every situation, we are no longer guiding ourselves, but we are being guided by God, the one who created us and knows what path we should turn on. And when we give thanks in every situation, we find ourselves living gratefully and joyfully, no longer taking advantage of life but living it the way it was designed to be lived.

Open up to God about what you are thankful for, and the things that you aren't thankful for. Talk to Him about why you are or aren't thankful, and how those things have impacted your live. If you feel God leading you, ask Him to guide to always rejoice in Him, to always remain in a spirit of prayer, and to give thanks in every situation. Once you do, you'll find yourself satisfied and filled beyond anything you've ever known.

I pray that today you can rejoice in all the wonderful things God has blessed you with, and that you will be empowered to give thanks in every situation. Hope you all have a marvelous day!

Madelynn