Monday, April 09, 2007

Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving

I saw this written recently in huge bold letters above the doorway into a church sanctuary. As I stood there, I thought about how profound this was and a good reminder. I've come across this scripture numerous times this year. I'm starting to see a pattern :o) So I stood in that church hallway and asked myself, "What AM I thankful for??".

I am thankful for a God who loves, protects, guides and frees me from bondage. I am thankful for the Throne of Grace that is open 24/7. I am thankful for my beautiful kids and great soulmate of a husband that continues to light my way. I am thankful for the people God's place in my life.

I am thankful for friends to laugh with, cry with and just hang out with! Who support and encourage me, and who aren't afraid to correct me. I'm thankful for my husband's family. I am thankful for each and every member of my church family. For fellowship and relationships. I am thankful for music.

I am thankful to belong to a community who has done nothing but shown support and encouragement in all aspects of this mission trip.

Reflecting on this question, I see I could be here a long time, telling you everything I'm thankful for. And thats a good thing. :o) What are you thankful for?

Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise: give thanks to him, and bless his name. Psalm 100:4

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