Imagine you have a friend or child who only comes to you when they need something. They never thank you or say nice things to you… only come to you when they feel they are in trouble they can not get out of on their own. How would that make you feel? Do you feel that person loves you?

It is easy for most of us to think of God when we feel hopelessly overwhelmed or find ourselves in a tough situation we can’t get out of on our own. We think of Him and come to ask Him for help. But do we come before Him to thank Him or praise Him when we are happy or joyful… when things are going well?

Psalm 68:3  3But let the righteous be glad; let them exult before God; Yes, let them rejoice with gladness.

James 5:13  13Is anyone among you suffering? Then he must pray. Is anyone cheerful? He is to sing praises.

God wants to hear from us all the time, not just when we need help. I think most of us feel the same way. I certainly do. I want to help my children when they have a need, but I also appreciate when they thank me and appreciate what I have done to help them when things are going well. It certainly helps me know they love me!

Take a few minutes right now and give thanks to God for the good things He has provided. Every Christian has much to be thankful for… salvation to start with, a personal relationship with the Creator of the universe for another. Of course there are often many other things that He provides as well. Let us praise Him and thank Him!

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