Always?

"Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

As Paul ends off his letter to the church in Thessalonika, he urges them to hold JOY as their life-breath, PRAYER as their divine connection with God, and GRATITUDE as a daily practice. 

His words are equally inspiring for all of us, despite the challenge of trying to put these ideals into practice.

What do you think?

"Always be joyful.
Always keep on praying.
No matter what happens, always be thankful," - Living Bible

Living in Grace

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The Lost Art of Gratitude

Some people can just be so rude! It seems as if they don't appreciate anything that is done for them. In this latest article I reflect on the 'Lost Art of being Grateful.' If you have a moment please follow the links and take a read.

Thanks and God bless

Living in Grace
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Just one prayer!

Today I just have one prayer and it goes like this:

"Thank God for everything! If I have been to consumed by asking for things, then please forgive my selfishness. I choose to pause today and to allow my heart to be filled with Gratitude. I only want to offer two words to you today - THANK YOU."

During our Harvest Festival celebration this morning I was deeply convicted of how often I 'ask' God for things, but I also need to offer more prayers of THANKS. Gratitude is such a healthy spiritual attitude to have. In many ways, Gratitude can change the way we look at others and at how we serve Jesus.

Why don't you start by listing a few things that you are GRATEFUL for right now:
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1 Thessalonians 5:18 - "Give thanks to the Lord in all circumstances..." 

Living in Grace
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The essence of the Easter story

There are many different accounts that speak of the Crucifixion of Jesus, but the passage that sums up the message of the Good News is this one:

 ^"This is good, and pleases God our Saviour, ⁴ who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. ⁵ For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus, ⁶ who gave himself as a ransom for all people." - 1 Timothy 2:3-6

May you have a blessed Good Friday.
May the knowledge of Christ's sacrifice fill your heart with joy and gratitude.

Living in Grace
D3LM3