Giving of thanks

Tired this weekend. But lots of things to be thankful for, to be glad about, like:

Beauty.
Exploration.
Glorious weather.
Good long girl talks.
Random acts of kindness.
Smiling at strangers.
Early mornings.
Baking.
Food.
Hugs.
Chivalry.
Spontaneity.
Late-night ramblings.
Catching up with old friends.
Time with the Word.
Encouragement.
Sharing.
Prayer.

Especially when the world entices me to fear (of change, of adult responsibility, of the darkness of human nature, of deep-seated bitterness, of  lack of desire and motivation and impetus, of things unknown), I thank God for his promise of security in salvation in Christ Jesus, a salvation and redemption that can never be taken away no matter the circumstances. Transform my heart, take away my desire to hold my life in my own two hands. Your provision is more than enough.
And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.


So, so thankful for Your constancy, Your faithfulness, and for the gift of fellowship with brothers and sisters in the faith.

Thankful also for sleep and rest. Starting now. Goodnight, world.