JULY 11 ENTER MY GATES WITH THANKSGIVING AND MY courts with praise. A thankful heart is a joyful heart, and this is what I want for you. When you neglect the sacrifices of thanksgiving, your soul suffers. Many of My children who live in impoverished nations are more joyful than Christians in « rich » countries with material abundance. Even the greatest blessings can fail to bring joy unless they are received with gratitude. I am training you to thank Me not only for obvious blessings but also for situations you would never have chosen- a wayward child or spouse ; loss of faith, home, or employment. This is counterintuitive thankfulness, and it is possible only to the extent that you trust Me a deep level. It is also a matter of self-discipline : willing yourself to thank Me even when your circumstances are screaming at you to find a way out. Though it is wise to look for ways to improve your situation, you cannot force My hand-or My timing. Just keep coming into My Presence with thanksgiving. Your persistent thankfulness may actually provide the long awaited key I will use to unlock major difficulties in your life. Giving thanks to Me can open doors in ways that transcend your understanding. Sarah Young in Jesus Today Psalm 100 :4,5 Psalm 107 : 21,22 John 16 : 22
Posted on: Thu, 11 Jul 2013 09:50:02 +0000
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