Sometimes I sit in awe of God’s love for me. He created such a variety of beautiful gifts for me to enjoy while I am on earth. Today, I want to look around and remember to say thank you for some of my blessings. How often do I stop to think how easy it would have been for Him to create only a few species of birds, or animals, plants and trees. And then I close my eyes and think of the joy that fills my heart when I picture my son and the joy he has brought to me in this life and I am grateful that God allowed me the privilege to be his mother. My cup runneth over with gratitude when I think of my husband planting flowers in the yard, my mom’s voice on the phone when she calls to tell me about last week’s Bible study with her “60 something youth group” (as they call themselves). No one is under 60 and they have such energy and joy to share with others. There are so many moments, and simple treasures to be grateful for today.
I am going to share a devotion with you from my favorite devotional, “Jesus Calling, by Sara Young”. She writes “When you focus on what you don’t have or on situations that displease you, your mind also becomes darkened. You take for granted life, salvation, sunshine, flowers, and countless other gifts from me. You focus on what is wrong and refuse to enjoy life until that is “fixed.” When you approach Me with thanksgiving the Light of My Presence pours into you, transforming you through and through. Walk in the Light with Me by practicing the discipline of thanksgiving.”
As you pause in a moment of reflection, what are you grateful for today?