For 2025, Bless, Praise, Give Thanks Always

 For 2025, Bless, Praise, Give Thanks Always

We all have the power to bless, praise, and give thanks. These are not just words, they are powerful forces. These forces can change our lives.

When we bless, we send out positive energy. When we praise, we acknowledge the good. When we give thanks, we open our hearts to receive more blessings.

These actions shift our focus. We move from negativity to positivity. We begin to see the good in ourselves and the world around us.

Life is full of challenges. We may face difficulties, setbacks, and even tragedies. But even in the darkest times, there is always something to be grateful for.

When we choose to bless, praise, and give thanks in the face of adversity, we transform our experience. We find strength and resilience. We discover hidden opportunities.

We can express gratitude for our health, our cherished ones, or the very gift of life. Each breath is a blessing, and every moment offers an opportunity for a fresh start.

 There's an old fable about a wise old father and his two sons. The father gave each son a piece of land. One son received fertile land, while the other received rocky, barren land.

The son with the fertile land prospered. The other son struggled. He complained to his father, Why have you given me this misfortune? The father smiled and said, Dig deeper, my son.

There is a treasure buried within your land. The son, though doubtful, began to dig. He toiled day and night, removing rocks and clearing the land.

Finally, he unearthed a hidden spring of crystal clear water. This spring, more valuable than any fertile land, transformed his life. He used it to irrigate his land, which flourished.

This story teaches us a valuable lesson. Within every adversity lies a SEED OF hidden treasure. We must be willing to dig deep, to look for the good, and to give thanks even when it's hard.

This isn’t about ignoring the negative; it’s about opting to concentrate on the positive and fostering a mindset of gratitude.

Start each day with thanks. Find something to be grateful for in every situation. Bless those who challenge you.

Praise the good you see in others. As you practice these principles, you will begin to experience a profound shift. You will attract more blessings into your life.

You will find peace, joy, and abundance in ways you never imagined.

Here’s to Love and Light.

Rev. Leslie C. Bonner

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