I am Thankful

Today is my 47th Thanksgiving Holiday. Granted, I do not recall the first few.  It can be very easy to think it is just another day off from work. Between family, work and ministry, life is a constant cyclone of activity; however, this year I want to slow down and be thankful. 

Thanksgiving, reproduction of an oil painting by J.L.G. Ferris – Library of Congress

•  I am thankful to God who gave his own son to die so that I can have eternal life. I am thankful I can walk out my daily life with Jesus. 
•  I am thankful for my wife Janice. It has been a wonderful 25 and 1/2 years.  I can think of no other person who I would want to walk through life with. I look forward to the next 25+
•  I am thankful for my three beautiful children Chris, Matt, and Victoria. They have brought me more joy than I can imagine. I am proud to be their dad.
•  I am thankful for my job, a job that allows me to provide for my family. I remember what it is like to be without one, and I pray for those who are looking for work. 
•  I am thankful for a host of other friends and family. I am a blessed man. 
•  I am thankful for Life Church, where I can serve and bring God glory. I receive so much more from the people at Life than I give. 

 Now it is your turn. I would love to hear from you.  What are you most thankful for?

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About the Author: Jon Stallings

I am enthusiastic about helping others discover their purpose and grow into a deeper relationship with Jesus. It is great to see their eyes light up at their “Ah Ha!” moment when they discover they were created for something more. My hope is that this blog will help encourage and inspire you along your way. Join the conversation and take the time to share with me your own story. I have been married to my beautiful wife Janice for over 30 years. We currently live in McDonough Georgia with our daughter. Our two boys have left the nest and we have two wonderful grand kids. Of course we cannot forget about our dog Bear.