Thanks to God

Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy...

Philippians 1:3-4 NLT

There are days when I am absolutely overwhelmed by God's kindnesses. I am especially aware of His grace and love toward me by the people He has placed in my life... and yes! I mean you!

You know, we don't always understand why we go through some of the things we go through. Many times there doesn't appear to be any kind of rhyme or reason. It used to drive me crazy, but I have learned that if I will look to God for direction and look FOR Him in whatever comes my way, He can - and will - be found. And more often than not, I get through because of one (or more) of you - gifts  God has so kindly given to me.

When He knits our hearts together with His love, it sticks no matter the circumstances that change, the miles that may come between us, or even how much time has passed without a face-to-face visit. 

And some of you, I've never met, and yet, your testimonies of faith and sweet words of encouragement strengthen and minister. So for the times I may not have expressed my thanks properly, please accept it today, along with my heart, because Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy...

Prayer:

Father,

         I lift to You for Your safekeeping my family and all those You have given me. I pray, Father, that You would show them - in a special way - how much You love them and want the best for their lives. Teach us, Lord, to be Your hand extended to those You have placed in our spheres of influence. And let us do it well, with a grateful heart and with much love. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen