For several years, I have issued a challenge to be purposefully thankful for one thing, every day beginning November 1, thru Thanksgiving Day.
I have failed to meet my own challenge this year. Because of health issues, and feeling bad, I have failed.
This morning, I remember the challenges of scripture.
"... let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds..." (Hebrews 10:24 NAS77)
"...do not grow weary of doing good." (2 Thes. 3:13 NASB)
"...making the most of the opportunity. Let your speech always be with grace..." (Colossians 4:5-6 NASB)
I could list hundreds.
I don't meet all those challenges either. I fail miserably.
I am oh so very thankful for the grace God has given me, grace that makes up for my being absolutely powerless to meet all the challenges.
I had a desire to take the time to count my blessings each day, and be purposeful in articulating that in writing. I failed.
I have the desire to live a perfect and holy life.
I fail more miserably at that.
Thank You Jesus that you have never failed.
"In this godless world you will continue to experience difficulties. But take heart! I've conquered the world." (Words of Jesus as recorded in John 16:33 NASB)
