Verse of the Month
“It is good to give thanks to the Lord,
And to sing praises to Your name, O Most High;
To declare Your lovingkindness in the morning,
And Your faithfulness every night.” (Psalm 92:1-2 NKJV)
And to sing praises to Your name, O Most High;
To declare Your lovingkindness in the morning,
And Your faithfulness every night.” (Psalm 92:1-2 NKJV)
November 8th
– 14th
Scripture
Reading: Ruth 1:8; Romans 1:8; 1
Thessalonians 3:9
The Practice of Saying
Thank You
It
is common for people to respond with a thanks of sorts in person when someone
has done something for them. They may respond
with a hi five, hugs or a hand shake.
Sometimes it may be verbal showing of gratitude by saying, “Hey, thanks”
… “appreciate it” … you’re the best, thanks!”
That’s
fine for when we are face-to-face with an individual, but how often do we
remember to express our thanks for kindness and gifts we receive other than in
person? When we fail to show an
expression of gratitude, the message of thankfulness is lost and becomes a
thing of unappreciation for what was done.
As
believer’s we are to be in the practice of saying and giving thanks, not only
to our Savior for the good things He has given, but to others as well. It is demonstrating righteousness (in doing
what is right) as Christ did to thank those who have bestowed blessings on
us.
This
week ask the Holy Spirit to remind you of people you have forgotten to thank. Call them, write a note or send a card
expressing how grateful you are for their kindness, including a special
scripture passage like the following for encouragement.
“May the Lord
reward you for your kindness.” (Ruth1:8 NLT)
“I thank my God through Jesus
Christ for you.” (Romans 1:8 NLT)
“For what thanksgiving can we
return to God for you, for all the joy that we feel for your sake before our
God.” (1 Thessalonians 3:9 NLT)
November 8th – 14th Daily Bible Reading
Daily
Readings are designed to read through the entire Bible in one year.
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outreach ministry of Shield of Faith Family & Youth Ministries®, Inc.
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Scripture
from the KJV/NKJV of the Bible unless noted. Scripture from: Bible
Gateway. Image
Bible,
Bible in One Year Reading Schedule, Faith Moments, Faith Moments Devotional,
Inspirational Reading, Read through the Bible in One Year, Shield of Faith
Family and Youth Ministries, The Practice of Saying Thank You, Giving Thanks, Thanksgiving, Holiday
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