"Why giving thanks changes you... "
Why giving thanks changes you...
By C. Bentley, CP Guest Contributor
Christian Post,
This week, we set apart time to give thanks. Rather than let it slip by as a time to overeat and overload on football and Black Friday shopping, let's consider how gratitude impacts our finances.
"The Bible is filled with commands to thank God, for when we express gratitude, praise follows, and He is glorified." Thankfulness is an attitude of humble recognition that God is the owner and provider of everything. It's the key to financial freedom. Pausing to remember His faithfulness is important for you, your family, and our nation!
The Apostle Paul said, "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you" (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 ESV).
Expressing thanks every day, not just on Thanksgiving day, keeps our hearts aligned with His. This grows us into better stewards. Transformed hearts adopt His priorities, and before long, His commands become our habits.
God's Word influences the way we work, give, save, and invest. Meditating on the hope of our inheritance in Him grants an eternal perspective that strengthens our ability to say no to the things of this world.
When thanking Him for everything, we obediently express gratitude — even for hard circumstances. It keeps us from growing bitter, proud, or self-centered and helps us repent from envy, greed, and coveting.
We can rest in the knowledge that He promises to work all things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.
So get your perspective right and your priorities in check by thanking God today and every day!
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