“In everything GIVE THANKS; for THIS IS THE WILL OF GOD in Christ Jesus FOR YOU.” (1 Thess. 5:18) In the good times and in the bad times AMY, when everything looks pretty and when everything looks ugly, in EVERYTHING (in every situation) give thanks!!! Why should we do this? Because “THIS IS THE WILL OF GOD in Christ Jesus for you.”
Jesus taught us to pray, “Our Father in heaven, Your kingdom come. YOUR WILL BE DONE on IN earth as it is in heaven.” (Matt. 6:9-10) IN US as earthen vessels, I say this because “The god OF THIS WORLD has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe.” (2 Corin. 4:4) Will it help us to be thanks givers AMY? After 15 years of research, we know that thankfulness is a key to psychological well-being. Thankfulness can make people happier, improve their relationships, and potentially even counteract depression and suicidal thoughts. But might the benefits of thankfulness go beyond that? Could thankfulness be good for our physical health, as well?
“Gratitude…can be an incredibly powerful and invigorating experience,” says researcher Jeff Huffman. “There is growing evidence that being grateful may not only bring good feelings. It could lead to better health.” “I’m calling for heaven and earth to give witness against you this very day. I’m offering you the choice of LIFE OR DEATH. YOU CAN CHOOSE either BLESSINGS OR CURSES…” (Deut. 30:19)
WHEN WE MAKE A CHOICE AMY, TO BE THANKFUL TO GOD, WE ARE CHOOSING LIFE!
Your Personal Pastor -Bill Stockham