“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Thursday; February 28, 2008
When we think about the blessings from God, often the things
that come to mind are those fun, pleasant gifts we receive.
Whether it’s the bonus check in the mail, the miraculous
healing from a mysterious disease or that dream date that
could turn into our spouse, when good things happen, it’s
easy to praise God. Yet, what happens when God blesses us
with things that aren’t that fun – things like giving us
perseverance through patience or disciplining us to get us
back on the right track – are we still as thankful? When we
experience these uncomfortable blessings, are we merely
looking for a way of escape or are we looking for the
lessons?
God blesses us in so many ways, we should be thankful for
all the good He puts in our lives. The gifts from above
might not be easy; but, they are good. Years ago, the
apostle Paul noted, “…in everything give thanks; for this is
God's will for you in Christ Jesus.” (I Thessalonians
5:18).
How has God blessed us this week? Have we thanked Him for
it?
Think about it! For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ;
this is Charlie Wharton.