Gratitude For God's Blessings

Last week we looked at words that we can use to describe the goodness and majesty of God, this week I would like to begin a list of the things we can be thankful for, so that our eyes are opened to the benefits God gives us daily (Psalm 68:19):

• His lovingkindness (Psalm 92:1-2, Ephesians 2:1-10)
• His faithfulness (Psalm 89:1-2, 2 Thessalonians 3:3)
• His enduring mercy (Psalm 107:1)
• His goodness (Psalm 135:3)
• His generosity that allows us to be generous (2 Corinthians 9:6-11, 1 Timothy 6:17-19)
• For hearing our prayers (Psalm 116:1-2, Psalm 34, 1 John 1:9)

Side Thought: Consider the joy of Abraham’s servant, who, as soon as he realized it, proclaimed God’s goodness in answering his prayer (Genesis 24:12-27, 48). Do you stop and thank God when you realize the same?

• Hope in heaven (Hebrews 6:17-20, 1 Peter 1:3-9)
• Salvation through Christ (John 3:16-17, Romans 5:6-11)
• Protection from the devil (Ephesians 6:16, James 4:7)
• Forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38, 1 John 1:9)
• Help in time of need (Hebrews 4:14-16, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
• All God’s wonderful deeds (Psalm 9:1)
• All spiritual blessings in Christ (Ephesians 1:3-14)
• Senses: ability to see, touch, taste, hear, smell (Psalm 139:14, Proverbs 20:12, Psalm 34:8)
• Life, breath, and all things (Acts 17:25)
• Ability to earn money (Deuteronomy 8:18)
• Abilities/talents/stewardship (1 Peter 4:10-11)
• Family/children (Psalm 127:3)
• Husband (Proverbs 31:11-12, 28)
• Church family (Philippians 1:3-5)
• House/Residence (Isaiah 32:18, Proverbs 3:33)
• Daily provision: Food/Drink/Clothing (Matthew 6:8, 25-34)
• Government/All Men (1 Timothy 2:1-4)

“…in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 NKJV)

"What if you awoke this morning with only the things you were thankful for yesterday?" Think on that for a moment; it's a good thought to consider and it should motivate us to open our eyes even more to God's wondrous blessings! Let this list - and all that you can add to it - help you to SAY thank you to God, to express your gratitude to Him, for all He has done and continues to do! May our praise and thanksgiving rise up to Him daily as a sweet aroma (Revelation 5:8)!

You can do it! So can I!!