Monday, February 18, 2008

Thankfulness

One of the last things Paul writes is, "Whatever happens, keep thanking God because of Jesus Christ. This is what God wants you to do" (1 Thessalonians 5:18, CEV).

I have a very hard time being thankful when things aren't going my way.

The key to thankfulness is focusing on what's most important: Jesus Christ's sacrifice for my sins. Everything else is peripheral.

Lord, please remind me the next time I stress out about family and work responsibilities that what's most important is already taken care of. Then I will be joyful.

As I develop this habit, give me more courage to share this joy with others.

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