Blessed be the name of the Lord both now and forever. Psalm 113.2

There is a 19th century Christian hymn called How Can I Keep From Singing?  The sentiment of the song is beautiful - no matter how difficult life may seem, if God is watching over us and sustaining our lives, how can we not sing out in joyful song? This may be what the writer of this ancient song (psalm) was feeling.

I personally find this very challenging.  It is so much easier to praise God when things are going well from my perspective. But what would happen if we were to thank God at the end of each day, regardless of the burdens, pain or costs we experienced? It is possible we may find our perspective slowly shift to see that our life itself, regardless of this or that event, is worth thanking God for each day. We may also find that our appreciation for seemingly small blessings increases and can sustain us during difficult trials.

Thank you, Merciful God, for the many wonderful gifts you bring to my live.

David Nantais