We might not feel like it always, but today is another good day to wholeheartedly worship the Lord.

Might seem kind of ridiculous or counterintuitive, but.. thank God for allowing tough times, storms and trials -- you taking action in love, shining brightly, and helping out with His practical wisdom ..are indeed reasons He has left you here, believer.

“Pray without ceasing. 

Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 (in every, not for every..) 

“Arise, shine; for your light has come,         

And the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. For behold, darkness will cover the earth         

And deep darkness the peoples;         

But the LORD will rise upon you         

And His glory will appear upon you.” Isaiah 60 

“I will praise the Lord no matter what happens. 

I will constantly speak of his glories and grace. I will boast of all his kindness to me. Let all who are discouraged take heart. 

“Let us praise the Lord together and exalt his name. For I cried to him and he answered me! He freed me from all my fears. 

Others too were radiant at what he did for them.” Psalm 34 (Fish4souls.org)