I Am Thankful

Heart Prep

I can be thankful every day of the year. Jesus, help me find things
to be thankful for and to never take God’s love and salvation for granted.

Philippians 4:6-7 “ Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God,
which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Giving thanks is not just something to do in November. We are called to have a heart of gratitude every day of our lives. It is not just about being thankful for what material possessions we have, or the people in our lives (even though those are wonderful blessings)! We are called to be grateful for our salvation, and we should rejoice in our relationship with God every day. Salvation is a gift that should not be taken lightly.
Not only did God rescue us from Hell and eternal death, He gave us eternal life with Him and His Son. He
also gives us His protection, His love, and His peace. These truths should have us continually rejoicing in thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving is the key to unlocking God’s power and peace in our lives. Did you catch that little phrase in the key verse today, “with thanksgiving?” We know we should pray, and we know God hears us, but those are the keywords. When we sincerely offer our prayers with thanksgiving, we can unlock God’s peace in our lives. We can thank Him for everything, even the hard or bad things in our life, knowing His purpose is to use everything to make us more like Christ. Thankfulness is the key to a better prayer life. A grateful heart will prosper with God’s peace.

Life Application

Are you thankful for your relationship with God?

How can you express your thankfulness to God today?

Purpose to thank God the next time something that seems bad comes your way.  Then, watch to see how He works it for your good.