But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your forefathers, as it is today.
—Deuteronomy 8:18
As we enter the month often associated with giving thanks, this reminder from Moses is an important one!
It is very easy for us to forget to give thanks when things are going well. It's easy for us to whine and ask God to help us when we are in trouble, but we often feel like we "deserve" the good things that happen to us. God reminds us that what we have is simply a confirmation of His grace and faithfulness to do what He has said. We need to remind ourselves and each other that our blessings come from His hand and not because we deserve them more than someone else.
PLEASE PRAY WITH ME: Generous Father, forgive me for my forgetfulness. Deep down, I know I don't deserve all the good things you have poured into my life, yet I sometimes find myself thinking that I've earned them. Use your Spirit to forge in me a heart like Jesus, who did deserve everything good and yet gave it all up to come to earth and give me the greatest gift imaginable — the gift of your salvation! Thank you so much for this gift of grace and the many undeserved blessings you have lavished on me. In Jesus' name, I thank you. AMEN.
GOD BLESS YOU!