Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, and for
His wonderful works to the children of men! - Psalm 107:8
In the Old Testament, there is an interesting story about King Jehoshaphat and how he took an uncommon approach when his enemies waged war against him.
Instead of sending in his army first, he sent the choir and musicians. Imagine the scene, “All right guys, here’s the plan today. An army is out there, armed to the teeth. So we are sending in the choir and the musicians...” If I had been a choir member or musician, I might have wondered whether the king liked our music. But GOD directed Jehoshaphat in this unusual battle tactic. The Bible says that Jehoshaphat directed the people to sing to the Lord, praising the beauty of holiness, and to approach the army singing, “Praise the Lord, for His mercy endures forever” (2 Chronicles 20:21).
So that is exactly what they did. The Bible tells us that when they began to sing and praise, GOD sent an ambush against their enemy, and they were destroyed. GOD’s people went into this situation giving thanks, because they knew He was in control.
When we ask GOD for new blessings,
we should never forget to thank Him for the blessings
He has already given to us.
Have you recently asked GOD for help and He came through for you?
Did you go back to Him and say “Thank You”?
Did you go back to Him and say “Thank You”?
How many times have we prayed for something, GOD answered and we never went back to GOD to thank Him for answering our prayers? Too often, we never thank Him. Can you imagine how that make GOD feel? GOD is an awesome GOD and even when we forget to thank Him for all His wonderful blessings, He continues to bless us, in spite of.
As we celebrate Thanksgiving today with our loved ones, let us not forget all that we have (homes, jobs, family, children, friends, etc.) are gifts and blessings from GOD.
Let us not forget Him today. Thank Him and praise Him today for His mercy endures forever!!!
Wishing you and yours a blessed & happy Thanksgiving,
- Marilyn Chaney
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