Giving Thanks

It's not just an activity for Thanksgiving Day. It's more important than a lot of other things we take the time to dwell on or speak about. So why not make a list?

Today, I am thankful for:

(in no specific order/listed at random)

1. being released from work 50 mins earlier than scheduled (What a pleasant surprise, especially on Friday!)

2. family- that I have them, that I know them, that they love me, and are so lovable!!! (both immediate and extended...I chatted with a wonderful Aunt today over text message)

3. text message ;)

4. espresso

5. foreign languages and accents...I love meeting people who are different than me and all that I know as an American

6. freedom- as an American, in Christ, spiritually-unbound

7. Holy Spirit and His personal guidance and ways of communication to people!

8. the radio

9. joyful people

10. good health

11. motivation

12. new beginnings...fresh starts- tomorrow is October 1st.

In Ephesians 5: 3-4 it says this:
(NIV) But among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people.

Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk or coarse joking, which are out of place, but rather thanksgiving.

Many times the focus is on that which does not build up. It's effortless to listen to the dirty joke, or shoot out the harsh sarcasm back at one who's embarrassed or belittled or put you down. But I believe thanksgiving takes slight effort. It takes a moment of thought. And I believe it is healing to our soul. I encourage you to share a list of what you're thankful for TODAY. Don't wait till the last Thursday of November to bring recognition to the good stuff.

Be blessed today and filled with overflowing like lavaaaa thanksgiving. ;)
It helps make life enjoyable!

Yours truly,
Grace