After feeling a bit lonely today and generally off-kilter for a couple of days, I want to sit here in front of God and everyone and just list off some things I'm thankful for. I'm not depressed, but am in the midst of a recalibration for the next stage of Life God is directing me into.
Lord,
I'm thankful that you gave your life to save mine.
I'm thankful I live in this place, in this exact time.
I'm thankful that you've blessed me with a phenomenal wife and great family.
I'm thankful for true friends.
I'm thankful to be an accepted member of West Salem Foursquare Church.
I'm thankful that you've blessed us with a nice home and a safe car to drive.
I'm thankful that although I've been hungry, I've never known starvation.
I'm thankful that I've been allowed to stay in a good job I don't always deserve.
I'm thankful that I have [at least some usable] vision to view your handiwork, as the seasons change.
I'm thankful for Annette's bacon cheeseburgers and other great food.
I'm thankful that I have the freedom to say what I think out loud.
I'm thankful for modern appliances.
I'm thankful for podcasts, where listening to the living Word of God is only a click away.
I'm thankful that when it's raining sideways, is 17 degrees out, or feels like I'm on the face of the sun, you've afforded me shelter and security.
I'm thankful for humor.
I'm thankful that I've known love.
Thank you God, for all of these things and more.
Good Night.
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