Day 30: Pressing on in Gratitude
Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:16-24
As we begin to launch out on a new lifestyle of gratitude, let's use today to set some goals for what we want God to accomplish in our hearts, being specific about the ways we intend to practice ongoing thankfulness.
For example, if you want to become more deliberate about writing thank-you notes, how many would you like to send in a typical week or month? What Scriptures do you plan to memorize and meditate on in relation to thankfulness? Whom will you ask to hold you accountable for specific areas where you need to grow in the grace of gratitude?
Remember, these are not added burdens tacked on to further complicate your day and put a drain on your time. As believers, we've been released from the oppressive demands of the law. As those who are in Christ, we are free to pursue godly living as our glad response to grace received. And we are enabled by the power of His Spirit to obey His will from our hearts. Resist every attempt of the Enemy to enslave you, even to good habits and activities.
As you grow in gratitude, you will be so blessed by its reward and spiritual significance that you won't feel as though it's an effort to accomplish it. Whatever mechanics it requires to get it up and running will soon fall away to the freedom of pursuing it with passion.
Are you ready to experience the life-changing power of Christian gratitude? Then let the Lord help you decide what your next steps should be.
GRATITUDE IN ACTION
- Be bold and exercise faith, but don't be afraid to take short strides as you make this your manner of living. Do try, though, to be as specific as you can in plotting your gratitude plan.
- Write a simple prayer, expressing to the Lord your desire to develop a radically grateful lifestyle. Thank Him for His supernatural grace that will enable you to "abound in thanksgiving."
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