Thursday, April 24, 2014
At All Times
Sometimes it is difficult for me to capture in words my thanks toward God. There really is so much to be thankful for these days that I can struggle with saying it. One thing that does show up for me when I want to thank God is knowing that I am not alone in this, that those that went before us have felt this very same feeling. When I need words to say more than just a thank you, I look to the scriptures.
Psalms 16:5 The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
6 The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage.
7 I will bless the Lord, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons.
8 I have set the Lord always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
10 For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.
11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
David wrote this song. Certainly he faced more challenges than I have because he was a king. He ruled a country, fought in battles, and wrote songs to God. His responsibilities were far more than mine. But the description of how he feels about all that God is doing for him reminds me of what God does for us all. David blessed God for His counsel, even as God watched over him at night. There truly is joy in God’s presence, and we can experience that joy in part when we pray and thank God for His victories in our lives.
Prayer
Father, we exalt and honor You as the Most High. You alone are our strength and shield, the One that defends us at all times. Thank you. Thank You for being the One that gives us mercy and truth and grace. Thank You for Your forgiveness. Thank You for watching over our families and friends. Thank You for sending us deliverance, healing, and abundant provision. In Jesus’ (Yeshua’s) name. Amen.