The Bible tells us to "be thankful in all circumstances" (1Thess. 5:18). I work on this on a daily basis. I know it is important to understand that in good times and in bad times no matter what the situation is or was; you have to know that GOD is blessing you. Sounds like I am off my rocker, huh? But, I struggle with this day in and day out. I want to work my hardest to live my life for Christ and I recognize that it is no easy task.
I have been through and continue to go through some really tough ordeals in my life. However, at the point that I feel my heart ache or the walls begin to close in on me; I really have to strive and work hard to reach out for the Lord and ask for help. I know he is not going to give me more than I can handle. Because of HIM, I am confident that I can face whatever life has in store for me and my family.
Like everybody else on this earth, I have hopes and wishes that I voice to our Awesome GOD on a daily basis; and at times, multiple prayers in one day. I know he hears me, but for some reason I think that I am missing HIS answer! As I mentioned in an earlier post, I am paying closer attention to all the blessings around me in hopes that I will understand the answers to my prayers in my blessings.
I want to inspire people around me to be thankful in all circumstances.....it can be a challenge :). My husband is one of the hardest individuals to convince that he needs to change his attitude to be more thankful. There are times that I want him to just walk away from whatever is getting him down and start over. I don't know if that is the answer, though; because there will always be something else that will ride him the wrong way. Could it be that he has so much New Yorker in his blood that he was raised to be negative and cynical at times. I know he does not mean it, but he sure makes it hard at times to believe that you have to be thankful in all circumstances. Do not misread this and think I don't love my husband! He is my best friend and I would not trade him in for anything! I love him with all my heart and I AM THANKFUL FOR HIM!!!!
Just some thoughts running through my mind today......nothing more!!! :)
