http://subs.zinester.com/7612 Family,Adoption,fostering & sponsoring, helps working from homes, youth information, family therapy, authors/ book reviews, facts and handy advice on ideas for parents of special needs children how to cope and being the best you can be. en http://archives.zinester.com/7612/87910.html?rss=1 Giving Thanks in Everything Ephesians 5:15-21 Why would God command us to thank
Him regardless of the circumstances? The idea defies human logic. But then, the
Lord rarely binds Himself to man-made rules. Scriptural principles serve
specific purposes in the Christian's life. Gratitude keeps us aware of God's
presence, which builds our trust and ultimately strengthens our witness. We
must realize that thankfulness is not based on emotions or a situation's
outcome. We can be grateful, even during trials, because the Lord has promised
to work everything for our good (Romans 8:28). That means He has a purpose for
every experience, pleasant or difficult. A big problem stacked against our
small resources sends us running to Him, thankful He has committed to work it
to our benefit. The believer's part is to trust God will bring good from trials
and to discover His plan, which gives further reason for thanking Him.
Understanding His intentions renews our strength for facing difficult trials.
Expressing gratefulness changes our attitude about God, ourselves, and our
situations. Most people allow hurt and stress to form a pessimistic mindset,
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