Becoming a People of Praise, Part 1

What are you thankful for? What specific thing has made you smile today? What has warmed your heart or energized your step?

"Shooos, Shooos." Justus, our third son, loves shoes. He is very particular about which pair he wears, always quick to fit both himself and his brothers. Compliance is demanded from each sibling - nothing else will due. What I personally enjoy is when Justus finds my shoes. He takes this opportunity very seriously, determined to walk around the entire house in size thirteens. As easily imagined, there is still plenty of room in which for him to grow.

On occasion God gives us impressions from Scripture. He gives us a truth principle into which we can grow. As with Justus, it will take some time for us to grow into the truth but we are to walk in it nonetheless. One such truth that He impressed upon me several years ago was the principle of gratitude. Through a series of events, God called me to begin cultivating the prevailing attitude of scripture - thanksgiving.

While there is much to say regarding our pursuit of praise, I'd like to begin by asking the question, "what are you thankful for?" Great detail is not necessary, you can even comment anonymously if you feel odd about posting your thoughts. But in all honesty, what comes to mind? I'm looking forward to your response.

Grace and Peace.