Thankful Always

I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart. Psalm 9:1 

If you desire to have deep and lasting joy, it’s important for you to develop an attitude of appreciation. You must decide to see the good in situations and choose to be thankful regardless of what goes wrong.

So begin right now by counting your blessings. Think about what it cost Jesus to have a relationship with you. Be grateful for the amazing forgiveness He’s given-pardoning your sins past, present, and future.

Meditate on your wonderful God, who would never leave or forsake you, but loves, protects, and provides for you always. Consider the Holy Spirit, your Advocate in all that concerns you. He empowers you to serve successfully and gives you all you need for life and godliness.

Finally, consider the wonderful plans God has for you and all the loved ones He’s given you to share your life with.

Friend, you have so much to be grateful for. Surely the Lord is worthy of your praise. So worship God and give Him thanks in every situation. Because you’re a child of God and truly, “praise is becoming to the upright” (Psalm 33:1).

Lord, I am so grateful for You! Thank You for loving me and making me Your own, amen.

In His presence… give thanks and praise Him.

EVERY DAY IN HIS PRESENCE, CHARLES F. STANLEY