Wise Words - Give Thanks

"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." 1 Thes.5:18   Having the ability to give appreciation is a gift.  As simple as it sounds, everyone doesn't have the gratitude associated with humble gestures.  A lot of times we take for granted the luxuries, and spoils of life.  We associate pleasantries, gifts and blessings as day to day living, never appreciating, never verbally stating or acknowledging gratitude.  A friend of mine nephew was shot and killed yesterday.  My vigorous uncle's health is now dwindling away.  My profound father, sometimes doesn't even know my name.  How in the world can i stand and be thankful, when i see pain, suffering and turmoil?   But i still praise Him...   i praise Him, because my friend isn't the one shot, but living and ministering.  i praise Him because of the many healthy memories i have of my uncle, and the mind he still has.  i praise Him because, even though a disease plagues the mind of my father, a day comes when he calls me by my name.  i praise Him because in the mist of it all, God's Will is for me, as it is for you.  Minimize the complaints and be grateful for this day and the blessings whether big or small.   God is Love and He Loves you and so do i virg   Copyright2010 Wise Words/Tharp