Monday, March 1, 2010

An Important Part of the Equation We Often Miss

Most human beings have an almost infinite capacity for taking things for granted.
~Aldous Huxley


Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6

God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say "thank you?"
~William A. Ward


Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone.
~G.B. Stern


I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.
~G.K. Chesterton


As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.
~John Fitzgerald Kennedy


I am attempting the "with thanskgiving" portion this week before every prayer. So far? It has doubled my joy. It has given me peace. What more can I ask for?