Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).
Joy comes from knowing we are not alone. Prayer is the ongoing conversation we have – spirit to Spirit – with the Creator of the Cosmos, who deigns to want to speak with us. Thanksgiving is the great reminder that we have been blessed – no matter what the circumstances say.
Blessed are they whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against him (Romans 4:7-8). Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed (John 20:29).
Blessed are those who hear the Word of God and obey it (Luke 11:28). Faith comes from hearing the message (Romans 10:17).
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