Psalm 103:2 "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all
His benefits.".
In this season of Lent, as we
offer sacrifices of all types and conditions, we must continue to give God
total praise; especially for things we are unaware of or untapped resources.
When we join certain employment ranks there can be basic benefits such as
medical, dental or matching retirement plans; but often the 'fun' things come
from the fringe benefits. These benefits (such as paid vacations or
company cars) are sometimes the selling point for many workers to join the
company.
We know when we accept
Christ as our personal savior we get salvation and the promise of eternal life
plus bonuses are also included. These bonus 'fringe' benefits include an
abundant life, healing, rebuking of the devourer, peace of mind and broken
yokes. God throws in lots of freebies to us because of his abundant love. Psalm
103 tells us to take notice of ALL of the benefits he provides and give him
thanks! Think about things you thought you had lost and they were
recovered; near misses of accidents that could have been devastating; or
finding convenient parking when it is pouring rain. God is so good and worthy
of praise for healing broken hearts and curing cancer and saving foreclosed
homes. But he is also the God of small yet significant miracles each day. Do
Not Forget!
Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day! Be
blessed! Dr. JoAnn
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