From Think to Thank*A good friend of mine reminded me the other day that if you change one letter, THINK becomes THANK. But that one letter makes a big difference. I am often caught up in thinking…and often it takes me out of the here and now. I can easily focus on things that are happening or could happen in our world...and my thinking can quickly turn to fear, anger, resentment, or despair. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8 In this verse from Philippians, the apostle Paul gives us an amazing list to “think” about. As I reflect on it, I find myself moving from thinking to thanking. And as I give thanks, I find peace, serenity, and joy even amid situations and events that are out of my control. What are you thinking about these days? How might you move from Thinking to Thanking? Blessings, Matthew+
Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. (BCP p. 234) *reprinted from October 14, 2020 |
