"GIVE THANKS IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES; FOR THIS IS GOD'S WILL FOR YOU IN CHRIST JESUS." 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Life is full of blessings in disguise. Sometimes the worst circumstances in our lives end up opening tremendous doors for God to use us. The key to it all lies not in the circumstances, but in our attitude towards God and whatever life throws our way.
We have one of two options:
1. Turn our focus inward and on everything that is wrong (not what we would choose)
2. Turn our focus upward and on the only thing that has to be right (our relationship with God)
Whenever I choose option one I find myself unsatisfied, irritable and extremely miserable (and everyone else around me). Obviously, this is not the life God wants for His children. He has a better plan. Option two. When we look at what God has done for us in Christ, we begin to experience a life like God intended. A life of contentment, thanksgiving and joy. A life that chooses to give thanks.
Choose to give thanks all of the time, including the worst of times. God has an awesome way of showing off and turning the worst seasons of life into the best (Romans 8:28).
--To our SHCC family--
Sorry, we missed the celebration tonight. The car is out of the shop and we hope to see you all tomorrow night! (Lord willing)
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