"Thank You, God"

 Friday, June 19, 2026 (5:23 a.m.)

Thank You, God.

It took more than a few practices for authenticity to match those three simple words. Said first a few hours ago. With the hope of truly embracing the opportunity of wakefulness.

In reality? I confess to using it as an attempt at getting back to sleep. Thank You that You have better in store for me.

You cannot be put into a box of my own design. You are far greater than all my devices put together. Thank You that You are.

(7:27 a.m.)

Thank You for the outcome of my most recent distraction. Another example of my reluctance toward being the grownup of this household.

I had reason to believe an insurance bill had gone unpaid. I went through the steps of finding out who to call. Resetting passwords. Recording the passwords…. Being the grownup. And scared the whole time.

During the process I heard myself quite automatically say, “Thank You, God.” As well as, “Oh dear Jesus.” With no attempt toward manipulation of any kind. Yes. Truly. Thank You, God.

Thank You for the way You took me from feeling fear to experiencing kindness. By way of the calming voice of Cory. An extremely gentle, patient and kind representative of an insurance company. Reassuring me every step of the way. Did I mention his extreme kindness?

Thank You that in the midst of my fearfulness, You were right here. Guiding me to take just this one more step. Face the fear. Make a decision. And trust You the whole time.

Thank You for the prior reading I had been doing on the power of thankfulness. Other peoples’ examples, practices and outcomes. 

Thank You for again leading me to the overwhelming peace I find in Your Word. Your Truth. Your promises.

Father God, You are so good. Great. Glorious. And gracious (Psalm 145:5-8). While You can never be manipulated in bending to our ways, when we confess our sins You are faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).

My most recent example is that of attempting to control my outer environment. What and when I eat, sleep, work and play. Leaving the details to You is such a better decision. Thank You for reminding [and forgiving] me again.

You provided me an amazing example of one trying to do good for another (1 Thessalonians 5:15b) in the afore mentioned Cory. Empower me in taking what I experienced from him earlier into the day.

I love, need, trust and want You as my Standard for living. Use me exactly as You know is best. Thank You. Praise You. Amen.

(451 words ~ 8:14 a.m.)