Ever thanked a hammer for hitting a nail?

 

I cant live more than 6 minutes without breathing and every night my lungs take in 670,000 liters of air while I sleep without me even thinking about it.  But yet, was my waking thought to thank God?

Forgive me in advance for quoting Amy Grant as a deep spiritual authority, but there is great truth in the song “Angels”: “God only knows the times my life was threatened just today. 

A reckless car ran out of gas before it ran my way. Near misses all around me, accidents unknown, Though I never see with human eyes the hands that lead me home.”

 

God says “yes” to my prayers far more than I sometimes realize.  But I either don’t stop to acknowledge Him as the source of my thanks…or I cast off the answer to another source or “coincidence.”

It’s like thanking a hammer for hitting a nail.  I often thank the hammer instead of the Carpenter.  I thank the creation rather than the Creator.  Thank and thank without ceasing!

When the sun starts to rise And I open my eyes You are good…so good. In the heat of the day

With each stone that I lay You are good…so good. With ever breath I take in I’ll tell you I’m grateful again

You are good…so good. When the moon climbs high Before each kiss goodnight You are good…so good.

When the road starts to turn Around each bend I’ve learned You are good…so good. And when somebody’s hand

Holds me up helps me stand You are good…so good. When it’s dark and it’s cold And I can’t feel my soul

When the world is gone gray And the rain’s here to stay You are good!

Eager To Do Good

by | Nov 12, 2024

Divine Appreciation: Embracing Unseen Acts of GoodasasdadadasThis is a devotional guide to “Eagerness To Do Good” in God’s eyes. It explores the biblical basis, seeks sole recognition from God, endures suffering for righteousness’ sake, and finds hope and identity in...