• Life Full Of Gratitude

  Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 22, 2025 (message contributor)

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  Scripture:  1 Thessalonians 5:18

  Tags:  Life, Gratitude

  Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Full of Gratitude

My Father in Heaven, forgive me if I have been negligent in giving thanks to You, even though the blessings I receive are always abundant. Although I am not wealthy, I am not poor, thanks to God's grace. Thank you, Lord, Thank you.

Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:18)

Business experts teach three magic words to create a more dynamic work life, such as "I respect you," "I appreciate you," and "I agree with you." These three words are believed to transform one's work life to be more dynamic, rather than words that mock, insult, and judge. Meanwhile, communication experts say that there are three magic words that can build good relationships between people: thank you, sorry, and please. Of these three words, the one with the greatest power turns out to be "Thank you," which in the language of believers is called Gratitude.

Expressions of gratitude are actually based on a sense of thankfulness to the Almighty God for His grace to someone. He has used others to help someone do something or give something. A gentle gaze accompanied by a smile and a firm handshake while expressing thanks has tremendous power for the recipient to do even better. Sincere and enthusiastic expressions of gratitude will encourage people to give and serve more. Gratitude should be possessed by everyone who bears the logo of a believer, and expressed at all times and circumstances.

Father in Heaven, I realize that You always guard and maintain my life; therefore, it is only fitting that I also always give thanks to the Lord. May my expressions of gratitude please the Lord and fellow humans. Father, I long to have a grateful heart in my entire life. In the name of the Lord Jesus, I pray, Amen.

My Father in Heaven, now I know that everything I have is entrusted to me by You, Lord. Today I am healthy, have enough, and am not hungry, all of which are also Your gifts. I long to use what You have bestowed upon me to the best of my ability. In the name of the Lord Jesus, I pray, Amen (SS)