It’s hard to remember to be thankful when I’m struggling….
I was studying this verse about thankfulness, these 2 versions help me to get my heart right about it.
1 Thessalonians 5:18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. New Living Translation
1 Thessalonians 5:18 in every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. Amplified version
Then I came across the devotional: Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. Jesus lovingly laid this on her heart. She wrote …”when your mind is occupied with thanking Me, you have no time for worrying or complaining. If you practice thankfulness consistently, negative thought patterns will gradually grow weaker and weaker. Draw near to Me with a grateful heart, and My presence will fill you with Joy and Peace.”*
*Found on page344 or Nov. 25
Often I find that while reading the Bible and another book together my spiritual life is well fed.
By Debra
