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Tuesday, October 18, 2016 (6:29 a.m.)

Holy God,

Thank You! We are in the midst of challenges. We have a clog, which created a leak and then a flood. A dropped, then splintered favored crock. Teeth are crowding. And now a malfunctioning major appliance.

“In all things give thanks” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Your Word challenges us to “count it all joy” when we meet trials of various kinds (James 1:2).

The Voice translation explains through verse four, “Don't run from tests and hardships, brothers and sisters, As difficult as they are, you will ultimately find joy in them; if you embrace them, your faith will blossom under pressure and teach you true patience as you endure. And true patience brought on by endurance will equip you to complete the long journey and cross the finish line – mature, complete, and wanting nothing.”

Here I say, “Yes. Please!” Do all You must in making us whole. Irritants and all. We love You, Father. Thank You for all You are. Use us. Amen.