'In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God". I Thessalonians 5:18 (Bible).

Every day of your life is a gift from God. Don't squander 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 possible can "in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you" (I Thessalonians 5: 18). Let your mind dwell on the good things which have happened to you ."Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue and if there be any praise, think, on these things". (Philippians 4:8). Let gratitude be your attitude.

Think on your spiritual assets, and don't let anyone else (Satan, demon, friend or foe) spoil your day for you. Enjoy every day 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. Every day 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, 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-centered. 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 the good In everyone I meet. Let me realize that I cannot 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".

God, give me eyes that I might see the work that can be done by me;

God, give me ears that I might hear the cry of those who need me near.

God, give me lips that I might speak comfort and peace to all who seek;

God, give me a mind that I might know how to help those who need me so.

God, give me hands that I might do some large or simple task for You;

God, give me a prayer that I might pray Thy help and guidance every day.

And this one thing, all else above; God, give me a heart that I may love.