Research has shown that gratitude
and thankfulness are good for us emotionally and even physically. They have an effect on things like energy
levels and alertness. It has been shown
that gratitude and thankfulness affect a person’s willingness to help
others. And so, not surprisingly, it
turns out that the old idea which encourages us to “count your blessings”
really is good advice.
I am a person who is extraordinarily
blessed. In fact, sometimes when I
really consider it honestly it’s surprising for me to recall all the good
things that have been given to me. God
is good, kind and gracious.
(By the way, this doesn’t mean I’ve
come to the point at which I never complain anymore, it just means I really
shouldn’t complain anymore. But I do,
once in a while. I’m working on being
more mature. I should be there any day, now.)
I can, however, say that I am genuinely
thankful. I pray you have much for which
to be thankful today, too.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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