Dear Friends,
After pastor Mike’s sermon yesterday, this devotional reminds me of some of the points he made regarding giving thanks, thanking God for all things–big and small and keeping your focus on what you have and not on what you don’t have. Having an attitude of gratitude certainly makes for a much brighter day, regardless of one’s circumstances. May you pray without ceasing today and every day as you give thanks for the abundant blessings He has poured out on you and yours. 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 Me with 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