Thanksgiving Power

Matthew 6:9-13

9. After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. 10 Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

This is such a powerful prayer, that each day as believers we should put it into action. With the holiday season upon us, it is so important to remember this prayer.  Christ is our daily bread as stated in verse 11. He knows our needs and He is faithful to supply.  Daily we must look to Him to help work through the difficult areas in our lives. Forgiveness is so important because we are to forgive as Christ has forgiven us.  The holidays can sometimes bring up past hurts, difficult memories or reminders of our present struggles; however, we are not alone in our affliction.  The Lord is right there with us.  I encourage you to not become defeated this year but to rise above and persevere.  The Lord will see you through as you continue to walk by faith.

Psalm 100:4 – Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.