Sunday June 13, 2021

God’s soul language: when it is time to give thanks

 

In Psalm 116, the writer declares with thankfulness, “The LORD protects the simplehearted; when I was in great need, he saved me.”

This is how God gets involved in our lives. He doesn’t just help the savvy, the resourceful, or those who help themselves. He protects the simplehearted. He protects those who are unprepared. He protects  those who step out in life without all the answers. He even helps those who don’t deserve it.

Jesus lived the perfect life and that included his persistent thankfulness. When you are far from feeling thankful and you have trouble finding God’s goodness in your life, think about the thankfulness of Jesus. Remember that on the day of judgment, his perfect record will cover all your discontent, envy and entitlement. Let’s remember to give thanks to Jesus for his mercy and his perfect thankfulness towards his Father.