Thankfulness

     This post is about some things I am sincerely thankful for this week.  They may not seem big -- in fact, they may sound pretty trivial to some of you, but they are important to me.  One of my goals has been to write down what I am thankful for on a more regular basis, or at least to be more conscious of those day-to-day things the Lord organizes to make my life just so much more pleasant.

    Thankfulness #1.  A couple of days ago I randomly sent a message to a friend, asking what she was doing next Monday.  She immediately recalled I had said I have out-of-town guests and asked if I needed a car for something.  She then continued to say she could try to ask for the day off, or she could request a shift if she knew in advance when I might need her and the car.  It warmed my heart that someone would try to re-arrange their entire schedule just to drive me somewhere. :)

    Thankfulness #2.  I have been down with a cold all week.  Being the optimist that I am, I thought it would blow over faster, but it is dragging on (the colder temperatures also don't help).  I planned our Sunday worship lineup and was prepared to go to practise tonight, but last night, I realized I was in no shape to sing or lead a rehearsal.  I messaged a couple of my team members, one of whom I knew was planning on taking the week off, and they immediately said -- no, you should stay home and rest, we will take care of everything!  Needless to say, I am truly thankful for the graciousness and maturity my team exhibits.  They are the best!

     Thankfulness #3.  I hosted my cell group a couple of days ago, but because I have had a cold, I didn't have the energy or inspiration to prepare any interesting snacks (I often do!).  I also didn't ask anyone to bring anything either!  I was pleasantly surprised when they came to the door and we had plenty of snacks.  The best part was someone had brought not one, but TWO packages of raspberries and I absolutely LOVE raspberries, but don't always find them in my local supermarket.  I had the leftovers for breakfast and felt truly thankful that the Lord would care about these sorts of seemingly insignificant details.

     What are some things that YOU are thankful for this week?   How has God been showing you His love daily?  Feel free to comment below, or start your own list. :)