Being Grateful Always
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When we think of so many good things happening to us,
what do we do? Of course, we can somehow pay back or respond to the
one who has done good to us. But what about God, from whom we are receiving
innumerable blessings and benefits? Even if you don't see any visible
blessing as coming from God you still need to be grateful! Because,
one of the sins listed in the Word of God is ungratefulness. (Romans
1:21). So being grateful always is the right way of responding to all
the good we are receiving from God and others.
Everyday of your life is a gift from God. Don't sqander
it. Don't waste it by being angry with anyone. Don't let it slip away
by feeling sorry for yourself. Instead, be grateful for this precious
gift of life and spend it by being as happy and thankful as you can
possibly. Also, because, "In everything give thanks; for this is the
will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." (1Thess. 5:18).
Let your mind dwell on good things that have happened to you. Think
on your spiritual assets, and don't let anyone else (Satan, demon, friend
or foe) spoil your day for you. Enjoy everyday of your life to the fullest
for the glory of God. Realize that you can add to the joy of each day
by making someone else happy. Everyday is God's day for you. "This
is the day which the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it."
(Psalm 118:24).
The kind of prayer that helps you get into a peaceful
and grateful attitude might be something like this:
"Heavenly Father, help me to be grateful for being alive right now.
Help me to realize that no matter what my problem may be, where there
is life, there is hope. Help me to think positively and to realize that
thousands of miracles are happening every day. Help me to pray, and
help me to remember the times when prayer brought peace. Let me be a
listener and not self-centred. Help me to realize that if I get my mind
occupied by helping and cheering up other people, I will be healthier
than if I were always checking my own pulse. Help me to look for good
in everyone I meet. Let me realize that I can not change anybody's way
of thinking. Only by doing the best I can and setting a good example
may I influence someone to change his or her behavior. Help me to understand
that other people have as much right to their opinions as I do mine.
I must be thankful for the mind and body you have given to me and realize
there is a purpose for every person being different. Let me realize
that you, my Father, are with me always to guide and comfort me. Let
me open my heart to the Holy Spirit and let your love flow in. Let me
accept the peace that You can bring; and help me to understand that
You have a plan and purpose in everything that happens. In Jesus' Name,
Amen." Be encouraged.
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