Giving Thanks in 2024

Once again, we have reached the week of Thanksgiving. All month, I have seen a couple friends posting an item of thanks every day. I liked the idea, but inevitably forgot to do it and only posted a few times. Despite my forgetfulness, or distraction, I try to find reasons for thanks in any situation.

This year was my first in several years that I had serious medical issues. I am thankful to have been home for over a month and feel back to normal again. Throughout the process, I was thankful for first responders that were available when needed. Also, God's care was evident with providing caregivers that would listen to my family and I and learn my needs. My parents continue to be a large blessing in all that they do for me, including staying multiple nights in the hospital.

In August, my grandmother passed away at the age of 94. I am thankful for all the years God gave me with my grandmother and everything she and grandpa did throughout my life. I know many people never got to meet their grand parents, let alone have decades with them. Their memories continue to live in all of their family.

Most of all, I'm thankful for God's gift of salvation and sacrifice of His Son. As I grow older and continue studying God's Word, I increasingly realize my depravity of sin and need for forgiveness. I know there isn't anything I can do to pay for my sin debt. As Paul wrote, where sin abounds, grace abounds more (Romans 5:20).

When I see friends, and family, continue to reject God's gift and live in rebellion, it hurts my heart in knowing the fate that awaits them. However, I'm thankful I can continue to be a witness to them and pray that they come to Christ while they can.

Thank you to my readers for continuing to follow my random musings in the quad life. I pray that you have a great week and day of thanks!