Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
his love endures forever.
Psalm 107:1 NIV
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To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything He has given us –
and He has given us everything.
Every breath we draw is a gift of His love,
every moment of existence is a grace,
for it brings with it immense graces from Him.
Gratitude therefore takes nothing for granted, is never unresponsive,
is constantly awakening to new wonder and to praise of the goodness of God.
For the grateful person knows that God is good,
not by hearsay but by experience.
And that is what makes all the difference.
Thomas Merton
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O Lord, I will praise you with all my heart
and tell everyone about the marvelous things you do.
I will be glad, yes, filled with joy because of you.
I will sing your praises, O Lord God above all gods.
Psalm 9:1-2 Living Bible