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Lament and Giving Thanks

Lament and Giving Thanks
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,    for His compassions never fail.They are new every morning;    great is Your faithfulness.I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion;    therefore I will wait for Him.”The Lord is good to those whose hope is in Him,    to the one who seeks Him;it is good to wait quietly    for the…
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Thanks – In all circumstances

Thanks – In all circumstances
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Life isn’t always easy. Actually, life is rarely easy and many times chaos and pain can be overwhelming. So how are we supposed to give thanks? Do we need to be grateful for our bad…
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Persisting in Gratitude

Persisting in Gratitude
Starting the day in gratitude is still a work in progress for me. It’s not that I feel ungrateful but rather that it doesn’t even cross my mind. The training continues. Regardless of how I start, it is also important to pursue a thankful attitude as the day goes on. It’s easy to be grateful…
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Happy Holidays?

Happy Holidays?
I look forward to the holidays, a time that I gather with friends and family for festive meals and a celebration of God’s goodness. We enjoy our time together, sharing the spread that my mom has typically put together (and an obligatory walk before our pie). No, it's not perfect. I’ve brought my own angst and…
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