He Came to get Messy
While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. (Luke 2:6-7)
Make a Joyful Noise
Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.” (Luke 2:13-14)
How will you make music to the Lord this Christmas season?
Taking Inventory
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
This Thanksgiving, take time to create an inventory of all God’s blessing in your life!
A Heart of Thanksgiving
Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. (Psalm 145:3)
Thanksgiving is not something that should happen in just November for Christians. When we read a verse like the one above we should realize that thanksgiving should take place in our hearts daily. God’s greatness is too much for us to fathom. He has done so many wonderful things in our lives and our hearts should wake up each morning ready to offer thanksgiving to Him.
Bursting through the Gates
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. (Psalm 100:4)
This verse puts it so clearly. Enter his gates with thanksgiving. God calls us to be people who proclaim the glory of His name in everything that we do and say. Do people know you are thankful for your job? There are plenty of people out of work right now, so complaining won’t get you very far. Do people know that you are thankful for your spouse? Your commitment in marriage is a witness to those around you. Do people know that you are thankful for your salvation? You can’t convince anyone that Jesus is good for them, if you don’t show them the joy you have inside of you.