Posts Tagged ‘thankful heart’
Thanks & Praise
When my kiddos were small, I tried often to “catch them being good” and reward them for good behavior. It seemed there were seasons where all I did was punish bad behavior. It was way more fun to catch them doing good for sure. When I think of some of the things I’ve done as…
Read MoreFreely Give
I have experienced guilt-giving and I’ve experienced guilt-free giving and I like the latter much better. If I give out of guilt, I completely miss the joy that is associated with giving. Giving out of guilt is drudgery for sure. The Lord speaks of giving all throughout scripture. I came across giving in a bit…
Read MoreBe Humble
I know what it’s like to be proud. Heck, I’m a proud Dad and “Pop”. I think there’s a self-centered pride and “thankful pride”. When I say I’m a proud Dad, it is saturated with gratitude, because being a Dad is a huge blessing to me. I think sometimes being a Dad has taught me…
Read MoreHistorical or Hysterical
These two words are very different from one another. They have a common sound at the end of each word. Historical means to reach back into history to past events and how they pertain to our current existence. Hysterical refers to an outburst of emotion that is uncontrollable and irrational. I am pretty familiar with both…
Read MoreWhere Do I Begin? -Thankful Heart
I don’t know where to start when it comes to giving the Lord thanks for all He has done for me and all He is doing. I added a bit to my morning routine several months back and started actually starting my day giving thanks to the Lord for my family. I am so thankful…
Read MoreBeing Before Doing
I grew up as long as I can remember going to church on Sunday. I was definitely a rule follower for the most part. I did all the things I was supposed to do to look like a Christian. I knew how to say all the right words. I could pray a nice prayer that…
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