Count Your Blessings (11/24/19)

More Thankful

Count Your Blessings

Ephesians 4:1

 

Accumulation—living for more

Abundance—living in more

 

 “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing…”  - Ephesians 1:3

 

“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—”  - Psalm 103:2 (NIV)

 

 “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling…”  - Ephesians 4:1

 worthy— Let God be reflected in all you do.

 “And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”  - Ephesians 5:20

 How do you Count Your Blessings?

1. Note It

Psalm 100:5, “For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.”

 Homework: Thanksgiving Inventory

2. Say It

Homework: Say Thank You

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 3. Live it

Instead of merely counting the blessing that come your way, instead count the many ways your life is blessing others.

 Homework: Step into the Tithe

Be Generous with your Time

Be Wise in Treasure management

Try the God-stash Test

 

Final Thought: The more you live all of life according to God’s economy; the more thankful you will be.