It’s hard to believe that sometimes we struggle with having a thankful heart, but let’s be honest, sometimes it can difficult.

It’s hard when our taxes are due, children are sick, bills must be paid, parents die, and relationships fall apart and yes, even when cars break down. Those issues can affect our attitude and how we feel.  It can affect how we view the world around us as a whole.

Focusing our attention on the blessings of our life is crucial.  If we don’,t it can make it even more difficult to be thankful.

We have all met people who, amidst the trials of life, they walk in a spirit of joy.  They are hopeful and positive and they are a breath of fresh air to be around.  

As we nurture a heart of gratitude we will be healthier and happier people and those around us will reap the benefit.  If we focus too long on the negatives of life, we will become bitter, grumpy and possibly even physically sick – and who wants that! Focusing too long on the hardships of life can just make us hard-hearted, discouraged, depressed and helpless and even hopeless.

So as I said last week, setting aside some time to be thankful can be extremely helpful for you emotionally and spiritually.

Choosing to look at the blessing in our life and how God is providing for us is so important.  Sometimes it is done by simply putting a positive spin on your life.

Here are two scriptures I love that help me focus my attention that way!
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Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control.

Philippians 4:6

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, and with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

I pray today on this Thankful Thursday you will be reminded of all the blessings and provisions God has made for you.  That you will focus your attention on having a thankful heart.

Rejoice in God’s goodness, mercy, and sustaining grace!

Be blessed and encouraged abundantly today as we walk in thanksgiving and gratitude.

4 Comments

  1. 3-17-2011
    Pamela Eberhardt says:

    Hi Corby,
    Great reminders. Pam Farrel has spoken in Juneau several times. She has a great thing to say when people ask you how you are doing when you are struggling with something difficult in you life. Her response is: “Choosin’ Joy!” I have a magnet on my ‘fridge that says that.

    Let’s Choose Joy today!
    Blessings my friend,
    Pam

    • 3-17-2011
      corbywinters says:

      Love it! Thanks for sharing that great word! Be Blessed and Keep on Choosin’ Joy

  2. 3-17-2011
    Joan E. Ramsey says:

    I really like your thankful Thursday posts. I continue to be surprised at all I am asked to deal with and take care of. When I read your posts I am reminded that this is life and you encourage me. May you be encouraged as you bless women.

    • 3-18-2011
      corbywinters says:

      It blesses me to know that you were blessed by my posts. I pray God blesses and empowers you with the strength you need in times when you find you have to take on more. Be blessed and remember we can do all things through Christ!