Dear Lord; Happy Thankful Thursday Father!
Well Lord, once again we come to the Thankful Thursday post here at phatherphil.org. It’s been a pleasant week following our return from vacation, however I will admit to missing the wonderfully comfortable weather and serene environment we enjoyed in the mountains. We’ve been beset by days of hot, humid weather here, so the contrast to our time away is made even more obvious. However as one of my fellow Christian Bloggers noted, every season exists for a purpose, and this too shall pass when You intend it to.
Anyways Father, no matter the weather conditions I always have a multitude of Blessings to give thanks for. Such as…
151. Quiet back roads on which to travel to and from work each day.
152. Having the vast research resources of the Internet at my fingertips.
153. A safe drive home from our recent vacation.
154. A lovely dinner out with Shannon on her birthday.
155. Being able to attend the Meet & Greet last Sunday for Kay’s Kamp (Jonathan is SO excited).
156. Whispered challenges on my heart to Dig Deeper.
157. Time spent “Plugged into You”.
158. The perspective gained from visiting other churches.
159. Being a Father to two wonderful little boys.
160. Discussions about Scripture with fellow Christians that help me grow in Christ.
161. Having my children just give me a hug for no specific reason.
162. Quiet time to sit in the dark and read Your Word through YouVersion on my Nook Color.
163. Finding a little hole-in-the-wall restaurant with amazing BBQ. 🙂
164. Receiving my shipment of Pocket Gospels of John from The Pocket Testament League (ptl.org).
165. A good cappuccino after church on Sundays from The Young Bean.
Heavenly Father, thank You once again for all those Blessings you grant us, both those that are obvious and those that may go unseen. As we Strive for full restoration in Your service, please open our eyes and hearts to better recognize the amazing gifts You bring to our lives each day. Amen.
~Phather Phil
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
161 is something I miss about our sons being grown and not living at home anymore. Cherish those moments!!
Absolutely Alida… They’re one of my most significant Blessings!
Have a Blessed Day!
Amen! What wonderful blessings we all have!
We do indeed Allison! Have a wonderful time at the conference!
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Wonderful list! They are all so great! 🙂 We are truly a blessed people.
#163 – My husband and I were just talking about this last night. Often hole-in-the-wall places have much better food than some big chain restaurant.
#164 – I have a ton of these we have been handing out when we walk the neighborhoods spreading the word about our new church. I also keep a few in my purse to hand out randomly. Love them!
Thank you Jenifer! I love the Pocket Gospels too… Made up some cards to go inside each of them as well with the website and contact information. 🙂
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I love traveling on back roads. And I recently received my shipment from the Pocket Testament League. 🙂 Another great list of blessings, Phil!
Thank you Lisa! It’s a little longer ride for me traveling the back way, but so much more relaxing!
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Your list is great as usual. I never thought to be thankful for safe back roads except we have a great deal of deer car crashes. I know I have thanked God multiple times that a traffic jam here in NW Ohio is 4 cars in a row all going 55 instead of 60.
Thank you for reminding me to be thankful for all things!
Thank you so much Jean! I’m not big on traffic, and am very thankful that there’s usually a “back way” to most things near us.
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I love your #163, we have this little dive place here, cement floors, plastic patio furniture and papers plates, but the most amazing mexican food ever!
Blessings Phil.
Sounds like the place we found Kandi, except it was a BBQ restaurant… So good!! 🙂
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I love the hugs from my son for no specific reason. They are the best!
They are Eileen… I’m very Blessed to get them pretty regularly. 🙂
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My kids are grown with families of their own but once in awhile I get a hug for no reason and it is such a blessing, I even get a hug once in awhile from my grown grandchildren, makes my heart really thankful. As usual you have a great list, so many things to be thankful for.
Blessings to you.
It absolutely makes my face light up when out of the blue one of the boys comes up and gives me a big hug for no reason Deane… Such a Blessing!
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Wonderful list as always. My favorites are…Whispered challenges on my heart to Dig Deeper.Time spent “Plugged into You.” Thanks for always being so faithful to comment on Heidi and I’s blogs…your comments truly bless my heart!
Thank you Kelli! And thank you for your comments as well! I’m always Blessed by reading your and Heidi’s posts, and thankful to have connected with you both!
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I always enjoy your lists Phil 🙂 We so love those hole in the wall places you mentioned! Have a wonderful and “cool” weekend!
Thank you Heidi! It’s amazing how places like that always seem to have the best food… 🙂
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I love how your simple joy exudes from your post. You inspire me to look harder for the simple blessings in my life.
Thank you so much Tami! We’re all surrounded by such amazing Blessings each day that it seems a shame to not take that time and “smell the roses”. 🙂
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hey phil, just wanted to thank you for the shout out for the Bean! glad you all can stop in on Sunday’s. it’s nice to see you guys again!
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Thank you Kim! You have wonderful shop, and it’s been great to catch back up with you!
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Hi Phather Phil,
This is a thoughtful list of heartfelt thanks. I enjoyed reading about your week vacation and all that the Lord is doing in your life. Neat.
Happy TT. Rejoicing in the Lord with you, Lynn
Thank you so much Lynn, and welcome! Finding those sometimes unnoticed Blessings in my life always leads to a fuller appreciation of God’s Love for us. I’ve come to really enjoy making the lists on Thankful Thursdays, and thank you so much for linking them!
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