Thanksgiving

Sometimes, we lose track of how beneficial the attitude of thankfulness is for us.  Sometimes, we are in a situation that makes it difficult to muster up an attitude of gratitude. But if we look hard enough and ask for His help, He’ll help us recognize the blessings we have taken for granted and help us recognize where He has blessed us over and over which may have escaped our notice.  Certainly, if we live in the United States of America, that is a blessing in itself. Historically there have been times when our freedoms may appear threatened; but, in spite of that, we have a measure of freedom that is rare around the globe.  We would be wise to ask God to show us how to maintain our freedoms. When we focus on the good things that are in our lives, the things that bother us, recede in importance and we are better able to appreciate and recognize the good things. No matter what problems exist, there are other areas that are abundant in blessings. Focusing on those will help us pray with faith that God can bring help in the difficult areas. Thankfulness opens our hearts for a larger measure of happiness to dominate our days.