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Always Grateful - Always Thankful



We have quoted Romans 8:28 many times even if we didn’t quite remember that it was that particular Scripture passage. It says, “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”

The focus on this passage is the glaring statement “God causes everything to work together….” Everything means everything! What that means is “nothing is excluded” in our lives that will not, in some way, come out working together.

That is why it is important to keep a heart of gratitude and our mouths overflowing with the resounding words of thanksgiving. Despite how desperate our situation may be or how riddled our life may be with disabilities, tragedy, hardship, financial woes, job loss or other deep challenges, we can be assured that these issues have a purpose and will never be in vain. 

Even if it appears there is no end in sight or no conceivable good to come out of your situation, we are assured by Romans 8:28 that good will come forth. So, as the Thanksgiving holiday comes and goes, let us make everyday a purposed-filled song of thanks for all that God is working in and through our circumstances. 

Did you know that the word “thanks” appears at least 73 times in the Bible? It is that important. Take a look at the following Scriptures to help you kick-start your words of thanksgiving to God…remember these are just a few!

* 2 Samuel 22:50
* 1 Chronicles 16:8
* 1 Chronicles 16:34
* Psalm 75:1
* Psalm 105:1
* Psalm 106:1
* 1 Thessalonians 5:18
* Ephesians 5:20

Give thanks. Be grateful. There is a time to be sad, disappointed, and perhaps, overwhelmed, but in those times, and always, we should give thanks to God that He has our situation(s) under control and is working them together for our good and His glory. God has not forsaken you or abandoned you to the evil of this word. Rejoice! Take heart! Always be grateful and thankful to God!




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