Day 18: Give Thanks
“…they went out singing “Give thanks to the Lord….” (v. 21)
What prompts your worship?
I am most prompted to praise God when I spend time outdoors in the beauty of nature. There’s just something special about witnessing a colorful sunrise on a morning walk, hiking up a mountain trail in a dense forest, or admiring snow-capped mountaintops on a sunny day.
Our Creator is so creative! I’m glad I live in Montana. God has given us such an incredible playground to enjoy. Every time I’m outside under the big sky, I can’t help but think of the verse “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.”
Beyond the gift of the natural world, we have so much to be thankful for in our everyday lives.
Have you seen his provision and protection in your life? Thank him! Are you undone by his love, grace and mercy? Tell him! Perhaps start a journal, jotting down 2-3 of life’s simple blessings each night before bed.
Gratitude is essential to believing God, not just believing in God. Recalling his goodness increases our faith and prompts our praise. We trust him with our eternal salvation and future. Let’s learn to trust him in our daily lives by practicing gratitude and allowing our gratitude to transform us into generous people.
This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!
Scripture reading: Psalm 96
Today’s encouragement: Think about how generous God has been to you. Then, evaluate your level of generosity toward others. Do you model counting blessings and cheerful generosity, teaching your children about this lifestyle of gratitude, too?
Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for being generous to me. I want to worship you with my time, talents, and treasure.