thanksgiving and praise

 Monday, January 13, 2025 (6:00 a.m.)

Thank You Father.

The full moon is heartening. As are some of the remaining homes with Christmas lights still glowing in the early morning darkness.

Thank You for the medley of songs playing in my mind. As well as the jumble of emotions I have been experiencing this past week.

Blessed God, I come before You ♪with thanksgiving in my heart… enter[ing] Your courts with praise… say[Ing] “This is the day that the Lord has made I will rejoice for He has made me glad”♪

Father, thank You that You have made me glad. Overall. The fear satan would have derail me continues to rear its ugly head. Thank You that You would have me breathe in Your power of life itself instead.

I confess to getting caught in so many traps and snares of worry and doubt. Frozen in fear of mistake making. I look to You Dear Lord. Thank You for reminding me to ♪take back what the enemy stole♪

Thank You for the changes You are orchestrating in my life. I don’t have to be afraid. You are the LORD Most High. The great King of all the earth (Psalm 47:2). I get to clap my hands and shout to You with joyful praise (v. 1). Why would I consciously choose to be afraid?

Work in me today I ask (Matthew 7:7a). With, by, through and for me. That I will truly thank, praise, rejoice and be glad. Glorifying and enjoying You all along the way.

I love You Father. I need, trust and want You. Use me exactly as You know is best. Standing firmly in and staying my mind on Your glorious, power-filled Word of Truth and promises.

Lead, guide and direct me that I will follow You. Thank You. Praise You. Amen.

(309 words ~ 7:00 a.m.)