Personally Speaking – I’m Extremely Thankful pt. 1

 

In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.                     —1 Thessalonians 5:18—

As this Thanksgiving day comes and goes, I’m reminded of the blessings in my life. 

First, I’m thankful for a God who knew my sinful nature and sent His only begotten son, Jesus,  to live as an example and then to die, in my stead, for my trangressions.  Jesus’ perfect life and perfect sacrifice allows me to be reconciled to God. For that, I will be eternally thankful.  And, I love Jesus.

Next, I’m blessed to have such wonderful parents.  They have been beacons of love, encouragement, and discipline as I’ve needed them over the years.  My mom taught me how to express my opinion.  She taught me how to stand up for myself and instilled a brilliant (vibrant) sense of right and wrong. 

My father taught me discipline, follow through, and doing a job right the first time.  He spoke few words but his work ethic and mannerisms have impacted my life for the better.  And for my parents’ input and guidance in my life…I’m thankful. And, I love them.

I’m blessed to have two wonderful siblings.  My brother and my sister have been in my corner from day one.  Though I’m the oldest, that doesn’t always make me the wisest by any stretch.  I have learned and grown tremendously emulating them.  As children we loved one another deeply.  As adults that love is only stronger and comes with a great measure of respect for the persons they’ve become, both as siblings and fellow believers in Christ.  For my siblings, I’m thankful. And, I love them!

I’m thankful for a few peripherals in my life.  Not peripherally obscure, but rather additions to my life that I never knew would mean so much.  My brothers and sisters-in-law have become part of my life in such a meaningful and special way.  Each one has added his/her own flavor into my life, as if my life were candy and they were the candy maker.  There’s a swirl of one here.  A hint of another here.  A little dash of this one here!  Each has touched me for the better.  I’m thankful for my “add-on” family members.  And, I love them.

What are you thanful for today?

Lifewarrior