Day #30~I am thankful for my God because. . .

1) He forgives

2) He is caring and compassionate

3) He fights for me

4) He will pass through the waters for me

5) His words are trustworthy

6) He shows unfailing kindness

7) He continues to love me when I am unlovable

8) He is the same yesterday, today, and forever

9) He is faithful to His promises

10) He watches over my loved ones when I cannot

11) He will wipe away every tear

12) His right hand sustains me

13) He is my rock and my redeemer

14) He restores my soul

15) He drives out fear

16) He lifted me out of a slimy pit

17) He gives a peace that passes all understanding

18) He lights my path

19) His judgments are true and just

20) He heals the brokenhearted

21) His grace is sufficient for me

22) He teaches me to be content whatever the circumstances

23) He gives me rest when I am weary

24) He gave His Son as a ransom to set me free

25) He raised His Son from death to conquer and gain the victory

26) He is bigger than the storms

27) His love is based on His character and not my performance

28) He is a reconciler

29) He is a friend giver

30) He and only He offers eternal life.

I did the 30 days of thankfulness for the month of November, but I have been journaling my thankfulness, my blessings, Eucharisteo for the last two years and it has become a way of life.  Yes, I have been thankful all my life, but after reading Ann Voskamp's book "one thousand gifts", it has taken on a whole other dimension.  It has sharpened my focus and God has been brought in even closer than I could have imagined. Counting has become a way of life for me and I will continue on. . .from the scent of new spring blossoms, to the tiny spots on a ladybug's back. . .from the wildflower bouquet smelling of maple to the husband who brought the bouquet to me. . .the gift of letting go to the gift of finding joy in sorrow.

Ann says it best, so I will let her words speak to you now. 

 

"Is eucharisteo (thanksgiving) opening the eyes wider, the heart deeper? Is this paradox-that giving thanks for what is, creates an appetite for more-not for more things, but for seeking more of God to give more glory? Looking is love."

 

"Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies, those transcendent moments of awe that change forever how we experience life and the world."

 

"naming offers the gift of recognition-the naming of moments is truly a holy work"

 

"When I give thanks for the seemingly microscopic, I make a place for God to grow within me. This makes me full, and I "magnify Him with thanksgiving."

 

"Dare to live fully right where you are. . .opening the hand to recieve the moments."

From Jesus Calling Devotional. . .

"Every time you thank Me, you acknowledge that I am your Lord and Provider. This is the proper stance for a child of God: receiving with thanksgiving.  Bring Me the sacrifice of gratitude and watch to see how much I bless you."

 

At all times and for everything always giving thanks in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to God the Father.

Ephesians 5:20

and to all my friends who come here. . .I am thankful for each one of you!

GO FIND IT ;)