Day 9

Lest you think I've fallen off the thankfulness bandwagon, let me throw yesterday's list out there. I was utterly exhausted at the end of the day and knew that any attempt to write a coherent entry would prove to be futile. My brain was on auto-pilot and I scare myself sometimes with what I say when I'm in that state. But now that I've had a few hours sleep and feel a bit more lucid, here it is.

Thankful in 30

I'm thankful for:

1. Church members/workers who are passionate about the Lord. Right now, this applies to one of my Wednesday night teachers who is volunteering to help paint our nursery and a newly-appointed elder who is making phone calls to visitors and members alike. Our church needs about 50 more people like these two. I applaud them for their sacrificial efforts!

2. Friendly Wal-Mart employees. While picking up my groceries for the month, I ran into a girl who was stocking in the makeup aisles. She proceeded to show me some men's cologne that was on sale and then told me about some Crest Total Health kits on clearance for $1.50. I haven't had many unpleasant dealings with our Wal-Mart workers (in fact, last night most of them were quite friendly and greeted me when they saw me) but this young lady (whose 22nd birthday is today) was especially kind. Thank you Lord for knowing how much I dread going to W-M and providing me grace enough to make the trip more enjoyable.

3. Differences in people. I'm glad we aren't all carbon copies of each other and that each of us has our own opinions, views, thoughts, and ways of expressing ourselves. I was reminded of this blessing last night and though I do appreciate differences, I also recognized within myself a need to expand my horizons. God, give me a eyes that sees as Yours, a mind that thinks as Yours, and a heart that loves as Yours.

Blessings,
B
Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:18