TODAY'S RHEMA Psalms 73:1-3 A psalm of Asaph. Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold. For I envied the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
"We treat ours, no matter how small it is, as God's best gift," said a successful businessman in the middle of his interview. Then he recalled, when he started his business, the economic situation was uncertain. The price of goods also soared. Although every month the result of his business was still sufficient for everyday needs, he was still anxious and bothered every time. Not to mention when he saw his fellow businessman, an unbeliever making more income than him, he got even more anxious. He became envious and began to grumble. Over time, he became disgusted at his own work. He felt it was useless to try hard and start lounging. In no time, his business began to decline. It was during this crisis that he realized he forgot about God, and complaints would not bring his blessing. Then he learned to face difficulties with a smile and a prayer. Whatever happened, he remained focused on God, the Source of Blessing. Be grateful, that's the secret of success.
Let us fill our days with thanksgiving. Humans may never be satisfied, but do not be enslaved by your own desires. Don't fill your heart with greed, but be content with what you have. Learn to adapt and be wise in managing what God has given you.
Start the day with a smile, thanksgiving, and prayer. These three things will give us the strength to fill our days with optimism, come what may. A smile eases the heart and thanksgiving helps us realize the goodness of the Lord. A heart of thanksgiving will draw God's blessings and we can enjoy an extraordinary life. REFLECTION Saudara Terkasih, YOU DEVELOP A HEART full of THANKS BY LEARNING TO ENJOY everything that GOD HAS GIVEN. APPLICATIONS 1. Have you enjoyed what you have in your life? Why? 2. Why do you need to learn to enjoy everything God has given you? 3. How can you learn to enjoy what God has given to you now? TODAY'S PRAYER "Father, I am thankful that I have a God who always guides me. When I am weak, give me strength that I may give thanks, that I may walk in Your way. I realize, more than anything, that I need You in our lives. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen."
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