Happy Thanksgiving everyone! On this day of reflection and gratitude, I’d like to invite you to listen to a song that has been heavy on my heart lately, I’ll Give Thanks by Housefires ft. Kirby Kaple.
“So I’ll give thanks to God
When I don’t have enough
‘Cause he’s more than enough
And he knows what I need”
“Why do I worry?
He knows what I need”
While the lyrics of this song can easily lead to reflection and thankfulness to our God who always provides, this isn’t the reason the song has been heavy on my heart. Actually it’s kind of the opposite. From the first time I heard this song I’ve felt a certain conviction about singing the lyrics.
Here’s what I mean.
It’s safe to say that according to society’s standards that I have lived and still live a very comfortable and plentiful life. In fact, can I even think of a time when I literally haven’t had enough? The easy, literal answer, is no. Never. Never in my life have I had not had enough to get by physically, emotionally, financially.
But does my heart posture say the same?
What about all the times I’ve opened the fridge, taken a look at everything inside and shouted in disappointment “There’s nothing to eat!” Or complained “I don’t have anything to wear” as I stood in front of a closet stuffed full. Or looked at my World Race fundraising amount and asked, “God why aren’t I fully funded yet? I gave my yes, why haven’t you provided?” when I’ve hit every deadline as it’s approached and have been able to participate in everything World Race up to this point.
I think you get the point.
So on this very different Thanksgiving this year, I’m thankful for so much more than the things, stuff, and people the Lord has put in my life. I’m thankful for a God who continues to forgive my unthankfulness. A God who will always help me change and shape my heart posture. A God who hears every single one of my complaints and STILL chooses to give me what I need and so much more. He knows my every need. I have no reason to worry.
