Dear Blessed Friends,
I loved what Ceasar said this past Sunday when he was speaking about his aunt who thanked Jesus when things were not working out according to plan. For we know that God’s ways are higher than our ways, so why not thank Him in every situation? However, I have to admit that thanking Jesus when a car doesn’t start is really not the first words on my lips. Help me Jesus! Those words would more likely be on my mind and lips. So, keep trying, keep practicing and before you know it, you’ll be praying and thanking without ceasing! Be blessed this week as you give thanks to God for everything! Peace and Love, Scott
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Thank Me Frequently as you journey through today. This practice makes it possible to pray without ceasing,as the apostle Paul taught. If you are serious about learning to pray continually, the best approach is to thank Me in every situation. These thankful prayers provide a solid foundation on which you can build all your other prayers. Moreover, a grateful attitude makes it easier for you to communicate with Me.
When your mind is occupied with thanking Me, you have no time for worrying or complaining. If you practice thankfulness consistently, negative thought patters will gradually grow weaker and weaker. Draw near to Mewith a grateful heart, and My Presence will fill you with Joy and Peace.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-17 (KJV) 16Rejoice evermore.17Pray without ceasing.
James 4:8 8Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
Romans 15:13 13May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young