THANKFULNESS

Let the brother in humble circumstances glory in his elevation as a Christian, called to the true riches and to be an heir of God. James 1:9

In this verse we are being told that if we lack in finances, we should be content. Content in knowing that even though we do not have earthly riches we are an heir to eternal treasure in Heaven.

This can be a very difficult thing. It is very hard to "feel" content when you don't know how you'll pay your rent or where your next meal will come from. I have been there. it can bring bitterness and frustration. It almost did me in. Praise God, though, He said he will never give us more than we can bare...even if we "think" we cannot bare anymore.

No matter what you financial burdens are the way to break free of the mental poverty is to be thankful. And yes, there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for.

~ If you have arms and legs, be thankful you have them.

~ If you have eyes, be thankful you can see your child.

~ If you have a roof over your head, be thankful your not in the streets.

~ If you have health, be thankful you have no diseases.

~ If you have children, be thankful for their laughter.

~ If you have a bed to sleep in, be thankful your not on the floor.

~ If you had a meal today, be thankful you did. Many did not.

~ If you have even one outfit to wear, be thankful your not naked.

~ If your reading this, be thankful you have electricity and internet access.

~ If you have a car, be thankful you don't have to walk.

And....

If you are saved, be thankful that you won't burn in hell for all eternity!

These examples were only to get you started. I'm sure you can come up with MANY more reasons to be thankful.

The most important thing to remember is exactly what James said, "Glory in your elevation as a Christian, called to the true riches and to be an heir of God!"

Let's Pray,

DaddyGod, thank You for calling me from my mother womb. Thank You thai I am Your child and heir. Thank You for saving me from hell. Thank You for loving me. Thank You for the MANY blessings that I have but do not always see. Help me to see them and realize that I could be in MUCH worse circumstances. I love You. In Jesus Mighty Name, Amen.

In His Love and Service,
Lara ;)