Dear Lord; Happy Thankful Thursday Father!
Well Father, it’s certainly been an interesting week.
Emotions have run high; from stomach wrenching anxieties, to moments of inspired joy, in the last seven days I believe I’ve covered the gambit. And yet Lord, through all the ups and downs that pervade my life, I always have one piece of firm ground to stand on :
Your love for me.
You lift my heart in moments of grief, and cheer with me in times of joy. You refresh my spirit when the world says I can’t, and reassure me that in You, all things are possible. You forgive my failings, even when I struggle to forgive myself, and above it all Father, You never leave my side…
You are My Steadfast Constant Lord, and for that I am ever grateful.
And continuing that note of thanks Father, this week I’ve also been grateful for:
511. Cheddar Bacon Ranch Pulls.
512. You giving me “My One Word” for 2012.
513. A wide variety of Biblical Commentaries online to assist me with perspective.
514. Finding a free, easy backup plugin for WordPress to keep PhatherPhil.org safe.
515. Some books on loan to me from Ewell’s-St. Paul’s library.
516. Being reminded of my true identity in Christ.
517. Finding deeper meaning through reading multiple translations of Scripture.
518. A quiet breakfast out with my family after church last Sunday.
519. That You willingly share our struggles and pain, and use them to draw us closer.
520. A reminder on a dear friend’s blog today to pursue You with reckless abandon.
521. That in times of stress, Your presence brings me the renewal I need.
522. The opportunity to welcome a new family to church last weekend.
523. Finding new ways to reach out and be the Hands and Feet of Christ Jesus.
524. Sharing a 6-Pack of tacos with Aidan at Hardees Wednesday night.
525. A very special gift.
Heavenly Father,
I thank You Lord, for all the gifts You grace our lives with; both those that infuse our senses with Your presence, and those that gently hold us in our moment of need.
In Jesus’ Name we pray,
Amen.
~Phather Phil
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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. 
God’s love never fails, never gives up, and never runs out on us. Through the ups and downs of life, His Love is the one constant in our lives. Amen!
Love your list of blessings, especially #517, 519, and 521.
Many blessings, dear friend!
Wonderful list, Phil. I love #521. God always bring us such a beautiful peace when we seek Him.
Be blessed, as you bless.
Such a beautiful list of gifts from our Lord!
joy and blessings to you,
Alida