Psalm 107:1 O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

How can we always be thankful when life is so uncertain and at times so very difficult?

The answer is because of the object of and reason for our thankfulness.

While we should be thankful for specific things in our lives the object of our thanksgiving is God.

The reason is because of what God does. He always does what is best (good) and is always kind to His people (mercy).

This week in whatever condition we find our lives may our hearts rest in God Himself.

When we face the time that God is all we have, we will find that He is all we need.

Happy Thanksgiving!

I Timothy 2:1-2 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

When is the last time you invested energy and time in praying for your boss or others who are in authority over you?

So often we are all tempted to complain and criticize those in authority. And in some situations voicing objections or concerns is not only permissible but is encouraged (i.e.: in politics).While it is true that human authority is faulty, (for we all are);  the fact remains, as believers we are called upon to pray for all those in authority over us.

In politics, family, church, work and throughout society our calling is clear. Pray, intercede and (believe it or not) give thanks!

Do you ever wonder what might have happened if we had prayed as much as we complained.

Today let us commit to praying for those God has placed over us so that we can fulfill God’s will and experience God’s plan for our lives.

II Thessalonians 3:3 “But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil”

When we face times in our lives when the pace and difficulty of each moment is beyond our ability to bear we must throw  ourselves upon the truth that God is always faithful.

He has promised to sustain us today with the indwelling of His presence, the empowerment of His Holy Spirit, and the continual working of His word in our hearts.

Today, turn to Him, trust Him, and talk to Him!