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Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart!

Dear Friend,

Henry Smith wrote the wonderful worship song, “Give Thanks," It begins, “Give thanks with a grateful heart.” You may find it on Youtube and sing along! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMTmZKotTYw

As we celebrate Thanksgiving Day this year, begin with having a grateful heart that springs from the joy of the Lord who loves you.

Then consider the People in your life, the Events of your life and the Things in your life (P.E.T.).

Take your time and give thanks for our Lord’s encouragement as you remember each one.

Then go a step further. Chose some of the people you have given thanks for and tell them! Tell them you are grateful for them and tell them why! You will encourage their hearts and your own heart as well!

“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” Psalm 103:1-2 Bless the Lord and give thanks!

Joy to you - Stan

© Copyright 2021 E. Stanley Ott

Scripture from the ESV

1. Do you have a grateful heart - why if your answer is yes and why not if your answer is no?
2. Sing "Give Thanks" as a way to spirit your own grateful heart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMTmZKotTYw
3. Take some time and reflect on the P.E.T, People, Events and Things of your life and offer thanks to the Lord who loves you for each one.

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