Respond to the extravagant grace of Jesus by slowing down, perhaps even stopping, to pour out our thanks to the one who has poured out Himself for us.

Being thankful in all circumstances teaches us to have a grateful heart. It teaches us to look for the good in our lives and in other people.

Yet we are supposed to take a position of gratitude as a surrender of thanks not only because it honors God, but it sends a message to others.

Embrace the surrender of thanks in all circumstances; it has a cost, marks a covenant, commends, and celebrates despite the chaos of life.

. . . we are not to fear suffering. We are to embrace it, just as we embrace surrender.

The truth is sometimes we need a physical shift to experience a spiritual shift. We have to let go of our lives to receive a blessing from the Lord.

Paul knew that his weaknesses would not limit his witness, but it was the weakness itself that would be the sign of God’s power.

You will not use up all His provision today, so you do not have to worry about tomorrow. He is enough for today and He will be enough for tomorrow.

Jesus is enough because He is the best and He can multiply all things to be not only enough, but to be overflowing.

. . . reflect on the troubles of our heart. I believe God wants to turn your heart back to Him today by reminding you of what He has done.

We do not have to worry if we measure up or if the Lord will accept us. He desires all to come into His presence.

Surrendering control for total commitment means letting go of what we want in order to follow the path God has set in front of us.