Thankfulness Never Ends

Then the seventh angel sounded; and there were loud voices in heaven, saying, "The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ; and He will reign forever and ever." And the twenty-four elders, who sit on their thrones before God, fell on their faces and worshiped God, saying, "We give You thanks, O Lord God, the Almighty, who are and who were, because You have taken Your great power and have begun to reign. Revelation 11:15-17  

This is the last scripture recording “thanks” in the Bible (NASB version). It is exciting that John saw the Lord God reigning in Heaven. He wins the battle—was there ever any doubt? God is all powerful, mighty, and worthy of our praise, our thanks and our worship. Are your prayers overflowing with your thankfulness and praise? Do you talk to God as if He were a friend in the same room? He maybe reigning in Heaven, but He is here with us, too. 

Training Tip – Teach your children to pray…not the same rote prayers everyday and every night, “Bless Mom and Dad. Bless this food.” Teach them to talk to God like they would talk to a friend who is sitting right beside them. For example…“Lord, thanks. This has been a great day…not because everything went perfectly, but I just enjoyed being with my friends and my family, too. I know you were there helping me_____________. Now please give me a good night’s rest and help my friend with their problem _____ and…help the lady I saw in the street who couldn’t walk very well (or whatever). Help these people to know You better.” 

Lord, may my dear children and grandchildren live lives that are always overflowing with thankfulness, always giving thanks to the Heavenly Father, in Your name, Jesus Christ.

 

Remembering Vicki today. Her birthday.

All scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise noted.

© 2013 by Mickey M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.

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