January 7th Devotional

Dear Friends,
Praise, adoration and thanksgiving are truly all we have to offer our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  What else could we give the King of the Universe?  So, it makes sense to thank Him in all circumstances.  I remember Ceasar Rentie talking about his aunt who would say “Thank you Jesus” no matter what was happening.  If something broke in the house or the car wouldn’t start, she’d say “Thank you Jesus!”  At the time, he thought it really strange, but now, as a mature Christian, it all makes sense.  May you be blessed in His presence in all circumstances.  Peace and Love, Scott
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It Is Impossible To Praise Or Thank Me Too Much.  As it is written, I inhabit the praises of My people.  Sometimes your adoration is a spontaneous overflow of Joy, in response to radiant beauty or rich blessings.  At other times your praise is more disciplined and measured-an act of your will.  I dwell equally in both types of praise.  Thankfulness, also, is a royal road to draw near to Me.  A thankful heart has plenty of room for Me.

When you thank Me for the many pleasures I provide, you affirm that I am God, from whom all blessings flow.  When adversity strikes and you thank Me anyway, your trust in My sovereignty is a showpiece in invisible realms.  Fill up the spare moments of your life with praise and thanksgiving.  This joyous discipline will help you live in the intimacy of My Presence. 

Psalm 22:3 (KJV)  3 But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.

Psalm 146:1-2 
1 Praise the LORD.  Praise the LORD, O my soul. 2 I will praise the LORD all my life; I will sing praise to my God as long as I live.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 
18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young

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