Two Powerful Words

We give thanks for you to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, continually in our prayers,
(Colossians 1:3, NJB).

Good Morning!
I have spent time with people as they prepared to die. One man, a good man, on the last day of his life looked into my eyes and simply said, “Thank you.” He chose those two words as the most important words to say before he died. His authentic gratitude changed me.

The Apostle Paul expressed his gratefulness to the Colossians and gave thanks for them in prayer. Gratefulness connected his heart with the community of faith and with God. Gratefulness reveals what brings value to the deepest part of our being. Gratefulness energizes, restores, and empowers. Gratefulness is a powerful component of healthy living.

Give thanks to God and others.
Use the two powerful words today: "Thank You."
Live in gratitude.

Learning with you to be grateful,
Kerrie
(All devotions written by Kerrie Palmer ©2007 All Rights Reserved)