Beyond Thankful

I thought since it was Thanksgiving I should speak of exactly what I am thankful for this year. I truly stand amazed at the hand of God in my life over this past year. I have seen His goodness and His faithfulness so vividly it blows my mind. Although I am confident that His love and goodness have been consistently infinite, there are times we see it more clearly, and for these evidences of grace this year, I am thankful.

T-To the one and only God who has brought me out of eternal darkness into everlasting light. I am so thankful for the work of Christ on the cross, the grace and mercy poured out, and the redemption I received because of Him!

H-His consistent working in my life, sanctifying me into Christ-likeness.

A-An amazing fiance who is my best friend, the love of my life, and the man I am excited to call my husband soon.

N-Never ending love from the most wonderful parents I could ever imagine, for their example of Jesus and their encouragement I am forever grateful.

K-Kid brother, who has grown into a man I love and respect greatly because of His passion for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

S-Such an amazing grandmother who evidences the servant's heart of Christ in her consistent faithfulness to Him and to her family.

G-God glorifying friendships who I am privileged to have, girls who shine brightly for Christ and who will eternally be my bests.

I- Incredible churches (Compass and Kindred), that faithfully preach the Truth of Word of God and equip their sheep with the Word.

V-Very great classes that are preparing me for the call God has placed on my life to teach children. It is a privilege to be equipped for this.

I-Intimate details- God is interested in the intimate details of my life, from the smallest provision to the largest transition, His presence, peace, and love is consistently manifested.

N- New seasons. My life is entering a ton of new seasons and for this I am excited, thankful and eager to see how the Lord will equip where HE calls.

G-God's Word...I am so thankful for the Word which is truly a light unto my path.

This is no where near exhaustive, but just thinking about what I am thankful for has brought me to a realization of how GOOD God really is, how FAITHFUL, how LOVING, how PERFECT. My prayer is that my grateful heart would not only be seen during Thanksgiving, but with every breath I am given. I want to always be BEYOND Thankful!

"Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power
and the glory and the majesty and the splendor,
for everything in heaven and earth is yours.
Yours, O LORD, is the kingdom;
you are exalted as head over all.

Wealth and honor come from you;
you are the ruler of all things.
In your hands are strength and power
to exalt and give strength to all.

Now, our God, we give you thanks,
and praise your glorious name." -1 Chronicles 29:11-13