TODAY'S RHEMA Psalm 100: 4 Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name.
After being lovers for some time, Jane and Jimmy decided to tie the knot. However, something happened at Jimmy's workplace so his money billed to be used for their wedding reception had to be used for that project. After the marriage, they faced a new problem: Jimmy had to undergo appendectomy surgery. Time went by, they finally had a child, but they kept struggling financially. Even, when their first child was born, they couldn't afford to buy baby stuff.
The young family was severely challenged, but they never complained. No matter how bad their condition was, Jane always gave thanks for the things God allowed. Years passed by, Jane and Jimmy's life changed. God blessed them abundantly. They could afford to buy a house, car and even helped people who needed. Jane was more thankful for seeing how great the Lord was. He healed Jimmy completely and turned the curse into a blessing for their family.
We may also experience the same thing as Jimmy and we never complain. Whatever we do and as we wait, keep giving thanks to God. This kind of thankful heart will make our fellowship with the Holy Spirit deeper. In contrast, complaints and murmuring create a distance. Complaining will hinder us from entering the gate of God's blessing. Therefore, let's learn to be thankful for whatever we experience and enjoy everything God has given us. The more He is pleased, the more we experience extraordinary life with Him. REFLECTION Saudara Terkasih, A thankful heart is THE KEY TO ACCESS GOD'S BLESSING while complaining HINDERS YOU FROM ACCESSING GOD'S BLESSING
APPLICATIONS 1. What do you usually do when you're facing difficulty? Are you thankful or complain? 2. Do you still complain to God? What do you complain about? 3. What's your commitment to stop complaining?
TODAY'S PRAYER "Jesus, thank You for every blessing You've blessed me with. Teach me to always be thankful no matter what my condition is and take away complaints from my life. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen."
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