All through scripture the Holy Spirit teaches us the same thing, to have a thankful heart especially when we come into God’s presence which we looked at yesterday. Then I wondered what the difference is between being thankful and being grateful because there is a bit of a difference.😊
One definition said gratitude is a deep seated state of appreciation for the good things in life, regardless of our circumstances. Whereas being thankful is more when we express our gratitude, often when something good has happened at any given moment, like receiving a gift, and we just want to say “Thank you.’
Being grateful is an attitude of mind, about appreciating our daily lives even when nothing exciting is happening. It’s not dependent on everything being exactly the way we’d like it. Let’s face it, things that happen in life are sometimes not the way we’d like them to be, but we can still choose to have a grateful attitude!😊
It’s not always easy though is it, and I’ve found it challenging just recently!😊 But the Holy Spirit is our Supernatural Helper who lives inside us, always available to help us rise above the difficult things that try to pull us down, and to find and focus on the good in everything. Grateful for family, grateful for the health we do have, grateful for God Himself who still loves us and is our Healer, our Rescuer, our Provider and Protector.
It’s a bit like going on a treasure hunt. Where’s the good hidden in this situation Lord? What should I be grateful for? So, I don’t know about you, but I’m asking the Holy Spirit to help me grow a steady attitude of gratitude that will make me want to be much more thankful and to see the good in everything every day. Instead of grumbling about the ‘have nots’, let’s be grateful for the ‘have gots’.😊
Lord help us today, when we may struggle, to have a grateful attitude and thankful hearts for all the wonderful blessings You have given, and continue to give us. In Jesus name. Amen.
Indeed Jackie, in Jesus name Amen!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jackie for this blog, which helps us focus on the blessings we receive each and every day from our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.