more contrasting

 Monday, December 23, 2024 (8:43 a.m.)

Hi God,

It’s me again. Coming to You with the realization that there is a difference [contrast, if You will] between being and feeling.

Outside just now experiencing both at the same time, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 came immediately to mind. Looking at it right now in The Message, every aspect of myself is smiling!

Verses 16-18. “Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who being to Christ Jesus to live.”

Yes! The thought came to me as I was reframing something in gratitude. I wasn’t feeling especially grateful at that moment. With just the tiniest of “thank You”s, once I started I almost couldn’t stop. And who would want to stop thanking and praising You?!

There is ALWAYS something for which we can be grateful. Like contrasts! The difference between what satan wants to steal [our JOY] and what Jesus came to give. Life! “…life that is full and good” (John 10:10 Easy-To-Read Version).

Thank You Father. Thank You Son. Thank You Holy Spirit. Keep me looking at You and all the contrasts surrounding me. I love, need, trust and want You. Thank You. Use me. Amen.

(213 words ~ 8:57 a.m.)