As you go through your holiday, remember: every day is a day of thanksgiving because God’s blessings never end.
[00:00:37] Welcome to The Bible Speaks with your host Elgin Carelock. The Bible Speaks is a daily podcast dedicated to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, rightly dividing the word of truth and learning how to apply it to our daily lives. You may contact Elgin at the address given at the end of the broadcast. And now here's Elgin.
[00:01:02] Brothers and sisters, I welcome you in the name of our risen Savior, Jesus the Christ, to another episode of Words of Inspiration.
[00:01:13] And today's episode, I feel is fitting, is titled, Every Day is a Day of Thanksgiving.
[00:01:23] Our inspiration comes from Psalm 103 verses 8-12. And reading from the New Living Translation, it reads,
[00:01:33] The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.
[00:01:41] He will not constantly accuse us nor remain angry forever.
[00:01:46] He does not punish us for all our sins.
[00:01:50] He does not deal harshly with us as we deserve.
[00:01:53] For His unfailing love toward those who fear Him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth.
[00:02:01] He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.
[00:02:09] If you hear my voice today, let me tell you this.
[00:02:13] You are blessed and highly favored.
[00:02:17] Every breath we take is evidence of God's mercy and love.
[00:02:22] Thanksgiving isn't just a holiday or a one-time event.
[00:02:27] It's a daily posture of gratitude for a God who loves us unconditionally and gives us far more than we could ever deserve.
[00:02:37] First, let's pause and reflect.
[00:02:40] If you're alive today, it means God has given you another chance.
[00:02:46] Another chance to live, to love, to serve, and to grow.
[00:02:52] Every day is a gift.
[00:02:54] The very breath in our lungs is a blessing.
[00:02:57] And if you can hear these words, you're already experiencing the grace of God.
[00:03:03] Psalm 103, verse 10-11 says,
[00:03:22] God's blessings aren't just material.
[00:03:25] God's blessings are spiritual, emotional, and eternal.
[00:03:30] He forgives our sins, shows us mercy, and extends His love to us even when we fall short.
[00:03:38] That alone is a reason to give thanks every single day.
[00:03:44] Often, we think of God as a rewarder, someone who gives us things when we do what's right.
[00:03:51] But more importantly, He is our Father, a loving parent who desires nothing more than for us to live our best lives.
[00:04:00] As a Father, God doesn't just want to bless us.
[00:04:04] He wants a relationship with us.
[00:04:07] He wants us to know Him, trust Him, and walk with Him.
[00:04:11] He wants us to experience the fullness of life that comes from abiding in Him.
[00:04:18] Jeremiah 29, verse 11 reminds us,
[00:04:22] For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord.
[00:04:27] Plans to prosper you and not to harm you.
[00:04:30] Plans to give you hope and a future.
[00:04:34] God's plan for us is good.
[00:04:36] He's not just looking to reward us for good behavior.
[00:04:40] He wants us to thrive in every area of our lives.
[00:04:44] And He's given us His Word, His Spirit, and His Son to help us do just that.
[00:04:52] Now let's talk about what God asks in return.
[00:04:56] It's not a long list of impossible demands.
[00:04:59] It's simply this.
[00:05:01] Number one, study His Word.
[00:05:05] The Bible is God's guidebook for our lives.
[00:05:08] It's filled with wisdom, promises, and principles that lead to a life of abundance and peace.
[00:05:16] Psalm 119, verse 105 says,
[00:05:20] Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.
[00:05:26] Number two, allow the Holy Spirit to work in us.
[00:05:31] The Holy Spirit is our helper, guiding us in all truth and giving us the understanding we need to apply God's Word to our lives.
[00:05:41] John 14 and 26 says,
[00:05:44] But the advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.
[00:05:55] And number three, make Jesus Lord of our lives.
[00:06:01] Accepting Jesus as Savior is the beginning.
[00:06:04] But making Him Lord means letting Him lead every part of our lives.
[00:06:09] It means trusting Him with our decisions, our struggles, and our dreams.
[00:06:16] Matthew 6, verse 33 reminds us,
[00:06:20] But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
[00:06:27] When we commit to these three things, we align ourselves with God's will and open the door to blessings we can't even imagine.
[00:06:37] Here's the amazing thing about God.
[00:06:40] His blessings are both visible and invisible.
[00:06:44] We often thank Him for the things we can see, our health, our family, our jobs.
[00:06:51] But there's so much more that He does behind the scenes.
[00:06:55] He protects us from dangers we're not even aware of.
[00:06:59] He opens doors we didn't know we needed, and closes one that would have led to our harm.
[00:07:05] He works in the hearts of others to bring favor into our lives.
[00:07:11] Ephesians 3 and 20 reminds us,
[00:07:13] Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us.
[00:07:26] God's goodness is immeasurable, and His blessings often exceed what we could ever think to ask for.
[00:07:32] For this, we owe Him daily thanksgiving.
[00:07:38] Thanksgiving isn't just about saying thank you to God.
[00:07:41] It's about living a life that reflects gratitude.
[00:07:44] When we study His word, allow the Spirit to guide us, and let Jesus be Lord of our lives,
[00:07:51] we're showing God that we appreciate all He's done for us.
[00:07:56] Colossians 3 and 17 says,
[00:07:59] And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
[00:08:10] Every action, every decision, every word should come from a place of gratitude for the God who loves us, forgives us, and blesses us.
[00:08:21] Brothers and sisters, every day is an opportunity to thank God for His mercy, grace, and love.
[00:08:28] If you're hearing this, you're already blessed and highly favored.
[00:08:32] Take a moment to reflect on the visible and invisible ways God works in your life.
[00:08:39] Thank Him not just for what He's done, but for who He is, a loving Father who wants the very best for you.
[00:08:49] Psalm 103 verses 8 through 12 reminds us that God's love is unfailing, His mercy is endless, and His forgiveness is complete.
[00:09:00] Let's live each day with a heart full of gratitude, knowing that we are deeply loved and richly blessed.
[00:09:08] If this message has encouraged you, share it with someone who needs a reminder of God's goodness.
[00:09:15] And as you go through your holiday, remember, every day is a day of thanksgiving, because God's blessings never end.
[00:09:25] I thank you for spending time with me on today, and I look forward to our conversation on tomorrow.
[00:09:32] Until then, God bless.
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