The Holy Alphabet 
This devotional was written by Kelly McFadden

Look at my Servant, whom I have chosen. He is my Beloved, and I am very pleased with him. I will put my Spirit upon him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations. He will not fight or shout; he will not raise his voice in public. He will not crush those who are weak, or quench the smallest hope, until he brings full justice with his final victory. And his name will be the hope of all the world. Matthew 12:18-21

Although things are not perfect
Because of trial or pain
Continue in thanksgiving
Do not begin to blame
Even when the times are hard
Fierce winds are bound to blow
God is forever able
Hold on to what you know
Imagine life without His love
Joy would cease to be
Keep thanking Him for all the things
Love imparts to thee
Move out of "Camp Complaining"
No weapon that is known
On earth can yield the power
Praise can do alone
Quit looking at the future
Redeem the time at hand
Start every day with worship
To "thank" is a command
Until we see Him coming
Victorious in the sky
We'll run the race with gratitude
X-alting God most high
Yes, there'll be good times and yes some will be bad, but...
Zion waits in glory...where none are ever sad!*
*Author Unknown

As you probably know, life is not always easy.  One of the greatest promises Christians have is in the joy and hope of Christ.  We live not simply for today, but with an eternal perspective.  As you go about your day today, think about all the ways you can be thankful.  Try to live each day with gratitude!

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GOING DEEPER:

1. What is keeping you (or has kept you) from being thankful?

2. How can you live each day with an eternal perspective?

FURTHER READING:

Acts 2:25-29; Romans 8:23-28; Romans 15:1-4


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