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Inspirational Moment
An Inspirational Moment
Thank You for My Life
A courteous woman can often be heard saying the words,
“thank you.” Mostly, we are saying thank you for gifts, the completion of a service, or for some other act of kindness. Even when we thank God we are typically doing so because we are in receipt of something. Truly we should be grateful for all things that we receive, especially from God. His loving kindness gives a multitude of blessings that can overwhelm us.
As a reflection of the past year which can effectively be described as turbulent; I ask that we take a moment to say thank you for our lives. The gift of life is the ultimate act of kindness that our loving Father extends to us. There are aspects of our lives that we are working to improve or that we wish were different. However, every day that we awake, on this side of heaven, is another opportunity to be thankful.
Sometimes we may not feel like celebrating life. During times of loss, grief, depression, and confusion, we may not feel thankful. However, even during the most difficult times in our lives, one of our sorors will remind us of God’s word.
Perhaps, Deuteronomy 31:6 will encourage us,
“6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” Maybe, Psalm 139:13-14 will serve as a reminder of our purposeful creation, “For you created my inmost being you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well.” Possibly, Isaiah 40:31 will renew our hope, 31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.
As we count our blessings, we should ensure that we do not take lightly the life that we are given.
