Psalm 95:2 Let us come before him with a song of praise, joyfully sing out our psalms.
Most often, why do we turn to God? With pleas, bargains, and prayer. We must also come before God with praise and Thanksgiving. When we do, we should realize that he is our presence, and give him the fair time and consciousness of ourselves. Instead of just mindlessly praying or talking (like you might do with someone you don’t care to be talking to), try to make the conscious effort to be with him. Don’t allow other issues to get in your mind when praying or singing praises. Block off outside things. When going to church, leave all other thoughts at the door. Leave your phone and other distractions in the car. Be present in your praise as God is present with you.
It’s so easy today to get caught up in things we have accomplished. In our promotion, new house, new baby, new car, etc. How often we fail to give thanks for these things and remember that we alone did not achieve them. It was only through the grace of God. This Thanksgiving, let’s all try our hardest to be present in every opportunity we get. Be present in the blessing. Be present with family. Give thanks to God in every piece of food you enjoy, in every one you see.
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