For What I am About to Receive, May I be Truly Thankful

For what I am about to receive, may I be truly thankful.

How often do I pray this prayer having already set up the beautiful ending?

The meal is prepared.

The table is set.

I can see the beginning and the end.

All is well.

It’s not really a prayer of thanks to God as much as it is a pat on my back for getting things done right.

What if I woke up each morning and prayed this?

Lord, for what I am about to receive, may I be truly thankful. Knowing that You ordain my steps. Knowing that You have approved every event with this in mind: You are with me and I need to live reflecting that in my life.

May I value the difficulties as well as the ease.

May I recall Your hand of blessing in the midst of trial.

May I remember to praise your name for it is the only name that gives me strength, and purpose, and peace.

May I be truly thankful.

Each day.

For the life I can live for Your glory, Lord.

​Psalm 86:12 “I will give thanks to You, O Lord my God, with all my heart, And will glorify Your name forever.” (NASB)

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This post was written in response to the word prompt, Value, given by Kate Motaung from Five Minute Friday. Set the timer for five minutes and share your creation with the rest of the lovely writer's community at Five Minute Friday. Check out more posts here.

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