Be Thankful!

Ephesians 5:20 And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. NLT.
Today, may be the day where you spend time with your close relatives, chowing down on some delicious holiday cooking, and plus more! However, have you sat down and spoke to the Lord letting him know all the things you are thankful for--- at all times? The spirit of Thanksgiving should never come from in due season or in certain circumstances but should be given at all times. Let your "thanks and giving" not be seasonal but at all times! For it says in his Word, Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.1 Thessalonians 5:18 NLT

(Sad but true at times)

Sadly, around the holiday season some give thanks to God on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter and then it's back to them being rooted in their own selfish motives, ambitions and dreams. For some, it may be a time where they sit and mourn over the lost of loved ones, reminiscing. This time of the year probably brings back memories when you were once in love with someone, engaged, married, divorced, or etc and the emotions are making you feel heaviness. You may have lost a home, or bought a home. You might have kicked off into your dream career, or lost your career ! Someone in your life didn't support you or may have walked out of your life but God! Whatever the case may be, let us take the time to take our eyes off of "ourselves" and focus on Christ and be thankful! Let's first, thank Him for allowing us to give thanks on today because we are still alive. You are alive to walk out your destiny and to birth out your God-given purpose. You are still alive to change your mindset and move forward. You are able to repent and live life exceedingly and abundantly through Jesus Christ. You are still able to make a difference in someone's else's life, family, friends, workplace, or even at school! Embrace God's love on other people and thank Him for being, love!

Instead of focusing on the things you do not have, give thanks for what you do have! Believe, you do have more than what others could ever hope for. Be thankful for the ones that do love you and are still living. Be thankful for each meal you receive, whether it's a t.v dinner or a full course meal. Be thankful for the roof over your head! Be thankful for being healthy physically, and mentally! Be thankful for the clothes on your back, the bed that you are able to sleep in by yourself, or the room you have all to yourself. Be thankful for the hot water you are able to wash and bathe in! Be thankful for job you do have! Most of all, be thankful for knowing Christ as your Lord and Savior and be content with your portion.

Have a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Love,

Detroit Gospel Girl

God is so awesome xoxo

Host: Sheree Braswell

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