THANKFUL

Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Lord, we get tired. Life is exhausting with responsibilities we can’t ignore. Sometimes I reach the point where I just want to give up and run away. Regardless, Your Word tells us to praise You in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18). But who am I to withhold worship and praise that is rightfully Yours just because I don’t feel like it? When I attempt to count Your countless blessings, mostly—it not all—undeserved, why would I hesitate to thank You? I’ve found when I order myself to give You praise and thanks, the message of Psalm 103 takes on new life: “You refresh my weary soul and strengthen my weaken spirit to soar like an eagle.”
Refresh and strengthen the medical workers and front line responders during these perilous but improving times. Bless and honor their sacrifices to serve and minister to the sick and diseased. Protect them and their families from the virus. Protect their faith, no matter how small. You can do amazing things for those who trust that You can do the impossible.
Forgive our sins, heal our nation. May our nation return to following Your precepts and turn from our wrongheaded ways.
Praising You, Jesus. Amen.