I believe that an act of giving thanks is one of the greatest spiritual practices. And, as all spiritual practices, it is meant for every day in our life, not just for special days and occasions.

The act of giving thanks is a pathway to greater awareness. It opens up our eyes to an abundance that is around us, and helps us to appreciate and to use it more fully.

When we read the Bible, we are reminded that is it when Jesus gave thanks, the food was multiplied. It is when Jesus gave thanks, Lazarus was raised from the dead.

We are inspired to believe that when we give thanks to God, the Source of our good, our blessings will be infinitely multiplied. When we give thanks, we will be lifted up from our limitations.

We are encouraged by Paul to give thanks in everything, or for all things, not judging by appearances. Why? Because all things are meant to our good. Even what seems to be the greatest failure, will turned out to be the greatest success. Look at what happened with Jesus in His death and resurrection.

As I am writing this, I am thankful for an opportunity to share whats in my heart with you, my friends around the world. No matter who you are and what are your needs and desires, be assured that your good is at hand. Be thankful, and you will receive it.

It takes faith and courage to be thankful, but if you will do so on a regular basis, your reward will be great.

Following prayer requests were submitted to us this week:

D. from Houston, Texas shared a story of her wonderful recovery after and accident and asked for our prayers.

M. and T. asked to pray for their plans to move to Washington D. C. and start a business, and for their family.

Please, join us in prayer:

Dear God,

We thank your you for D. and for her recovery.
You are our Healer. You are the Light of our life.
Thank you for opening of her eyes to see You and Your truth more fully. You are her strength and her protection. Your presence watches over her, and all things are well in her life.

Thank You for D. and T. We declare that Your presence goes before them, making their way easy and successful. Their plans are established in divine wisdom. Blessed are they as they come in, blessed are they as they go out, and all the works of their hands are blessed. We declare that their house is filled with love, and they freely give to the world all that they receive from You.

We thank You, God, and declare that it is done to us.

Amen