“And in the midst of everything be always giving thanks, for this is God’s perfect plan for you in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 [TPT]

A Time to Think… “The soul that gives thanks can find comfort in everything; the soul that complains can find comfort in nothing.” -Hannah Whitall Smith, evangelical author/speaker, reformer-social activist

 A Time to Act… The next time you’re tempted to complain with what is going on in your life, take a pause and a deep breath. Then name three things you are grateful for instead. Ask the Lord to help you focus on HIS blessings rather than your frustrations and problems. 

A Time to Pray… My precious Jesus, forgive me when I dwell on life’s inconveniences instead of the many blessings that I have from you. Give me a grateful heart that sees the goodness of my Savior so I can—in every season of my live remind myself that choose the JOY you have for me rather than my complaints. AMEN.