God has blessed my family and I more than we deserve in this life. Is my life perfect? Not hardly. We face many trials and tribulations as everyone else does. There is a misconception going around in which people believe that Christians all live wonderful lives. In a way that is true, but not in the sense they believe. We deal with sin, suffering, shame, loneliness, and heartache on a regular basis. However, the difference is the grace in which we live, compels us to the hope of more to come. Our faith in Christ Jesus provides the foundation of this hope.
When I struggle, I think of the ways in which God has blessed me. It really is true, that when you count your blessings, you begin to forget the things that make you feel down. One of my greatest blessings is my children. God has seen fit to send my wife and I three beautiful children. Even more, they are growing in the love of the Lord.
There are numerous verses that speak of how God blesses us. But, today I want to thank God for the bad in my life as well. My wife told me once, "With each trial we face, we get a chance to see God in action!" Every bad thing that comes, shows me more of who I am, and gives me a chance to grow in my faith.
Romans 5:3-5
"And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us."
So in this time of Thanksgiving, I pray you will be thankful for everything you have experienced in this life. Because God is always in control.
Thanks for reading, and God bless you all!
Happy Thanksgiving.
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