There are so many things I can write about right now because I haven’t updated in a while, but since it was just Thanksgiving I think I should think about things that I am thankful for so that I can give the Lord praise.
I’m thankful for…
The life and death of Jesus Christ. He lived a perfect life, sinless, so that he could die for those who call on his name. Then he did just that. He died the most painful death so that believers could have life.
The gift of righteousness that has been granted to me. I would have not believed that on my own. God did a work in me so that I would believe in the name of Jesus. Praise God.
The family that I was born into. My family believes in this name so that they influenced me to believe. My parents are married and have been for almost 30 years. That is no small thing. My sisters and brothers all get along pretty well.
The friends I have. I have been taught so much out of the relationships I have with people. God has given me tools that sharpen me so that we can sharpen each other. This is huge, especially for me because I’m so social I need friends to talk too and teach me.
I would like to pause and give a shout out. This is to Annie. Annie sharpens me. No one has taught me what she has. That is a gift. I am so thankful to the Lord for her because I have prayed for much of my life for a friend like her. God has given me this gift. Thank you God. Thank you Annie for allowing God to use you in my life.
The physical needs that are met for me each day. I sleep in a warm bed, I eat good food, I go to a good school. I have all my needs met each and every day.
The country I live in. We are free. Free to vote, free to have a voice, free to disagree. We are free. Our country is unique in that we are free from kings and dictators and always have been. That is a gift.
Praise God for the gifts he has lavished on me. Honestly I don’t know how to say thank you enough. Tears fill my eyes because of all these gifts. I have no other words to say.
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I'm thankful that you wore an incredible Elf costume to WL. You took it to the next level. ow-owwww... :)
I'm thankful for you. You make me love Jesus more. I miss you. I havent talked to you in forever.
Can I say the same thing as Hannah? I love how you DO make me love Jesus more. And constantly point others to Him. You don't every shy away from the centrality of the Gospel, which I love about you. I try to think like Greta often, and think of the song "may the mind of Christ my Savior live in me from day to day". It's so exciting and encouraging to see Jesus working in and through you. You have a beautiful heart, and am so thankful for your family and you. (Your father was my sunday school teacher for several years.) I love the Johnsons!
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