Thank God for Friday!

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Psalm 147:1 ~ Praise the LORD. How good it is to sing praises to our God,how pleasant and fitting to praise Him!

I can't believe another Friday came around so quickly. Since Thanksgiving is next week, I thought it especially fitting to give praises to God and thank Him for the many wonderful things He has done for me.

♫ Nathan told me yesterday that he just loves school and said, "You should have put me in a long time ago!" That made me laugh out loud because the reason I pulled him out was because he was miserable at the time. But praise God, he is happy and doing well!

♫ We are seeing hope for Nathan. He is doing well at his art. He is joining the volunteer fire department as a junior firefighter and is so excited. It may never turn into a career for him, but we don't know and it gives him some purpose!

♫ I have three children who work very hard in school and love it. They aren't star students, but they get an A in attitude and determination.

♫ I have a wonderful husband who loves me and works hard to provide for our family.

♫ I get to work part-time at a job that I love and yet, still be home when the children are home and turn it down when I need to.

♫ Praise God for modern medicine that allows us to heal from things that normally would be life-long, or life-threatening illnesses. Stephen has started a thyroid medicine because his levels were low, giving him very little energy.

♫ A beautiful home and wonderful landlord!

♫ God's mercies, which are new every morning!

What are you thankful for today?

Comments

  1. nonniNovember 20, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    I'm thankful for ladies like you, who glorify God and acknowledge Him in everything. :)

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  2. Elizabeth-Plain and SimpleNovember 20, 2009 at 12:34 PM

    I am thankful for my FAMILY. My dad's death 2 years ago has taught me that every moment spent with family is precious and I try not to take them for granted. Terri, I would like to say thanks for all the motivational posts and I wish you and your family a very happy thanksgiving.

    Blessings,
    Elizabeth

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  3. NadineNovember 20, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    What wonderful blessings Terri!
    I am thankful for a loving, healthy family.
    For the time to get projects done around and in the home.
    For three wonderful children and a husband whom I love & adore!
    For a warm house to snuggle into.
    And for God's grace and loving kindness!

    Blessings!
    ~Nadine

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  4. CarolNovember 21, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    I believe God's heart jumps for joy when we thank Him for all He blesses us with. I am SO thankful to our Lord for His continuous faithfulness to me and my family. He never leaves nor forsakes us and is always there. I am SO, SO, grateful for His love.
    Thank you too for sharing your blessings.

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  5. AnonymousNovember 21, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    It is encouraging to see all the wonderful ways that God is working in your family life each week! He is so good and faithful!

    I am so thankful for God's abundant love and mercy!

    Blessings,
    Sharon

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