Thanksgiving; What I Need To Be Thankful For

Hmm, 2018 just ended 4 days ago and I know a lot of people have something to say about last year. For many, the year didn't go well while others may feel otherwise especially in my country where the rich are getting by the day while the poor are getting poorer by the day. People have different views on how the year went according to their experiences and trials. Well, as for me, I'd say 2018 was a good year. I didn't achieve all my set goals, but I am not sad about it despite all that happened last year, I have never stopped believing God because I am certain that whatever I couldn't achieve last year especially after I've prayed and fasted, did all the necessary things, then I realized it wasn't the appointed time for God to make it happen so I chilled, but the bottom line is that I am thankful for everything that happened in 2018. It doesn't matter whether I achieved my set goals or not, what matters is that God is still God, and I love Him. As this 2019 begins, I know a lot of people have mapped out their target for the year, believing that God will help them achieve every goal. One thing is certain, we have to be thankful for last year before moving on to 2019. 

When it comes to having a personal relationship with God, having a grateful heart is very necessary. I mean how do you intend to keep receiving without showing appreciation for the ones you've received so far? We ought to be thankful to God for everything He has done for us no matter how little. I want to remind us that, there is nothing we can achieve on our own. It is with God's help that we are able to do great things. The Bible says we can do all things through Christ. The simple truth is that even those things you might consider little, a lot of people are praying to get to that point. We can all testify that all fingers are not equal. We all want something better in life, but what makes us different from every other being is having the heart of gratitude. I want us all to search deep down our hearts and we will be amazed at how faithful God has been over the years. There are many reasons to be thankful for. We must not have the whole world on our feet to appreciate God and everyone who has touched our lives in one way or the other. I hear a lot of sad news almost on a daily basis, but God has kept us, loved ones, family and friends. We are not better than those in the mortuary, it could be anyone. So, my dear Parishioners, what are you thankful for? I am thankful for a lot of things that have happened in my life. And when it comes to the blockchain, I am super thankful. Steem/SBD might be low but it doesn't change the fact that we have an amazing community. Let's not step into the new year with regrets and sadness rather let's be thankful.