In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.  1 The 5:18

"...Because a thankful heart is a happy heart. I'm glad for what I have. It's an easy way to start. For the love that He shares and He listens to my prayers. That's why I say thanks everyday!!!"  (Veggietales)

So often I catch myself struggling with feelings of discontent which lead to wanting, longing and can even lead to coveting.   I want a bigger house. I want a brand new updated kitchen. I want a fifth wheel camper instead of the one we have.  I want a nissan quest with a dvd player.  I want I want I want...........  It gets tiresome after awhile.  For truly, no matter what we have, or how much we have, there will always be something bigger and better and newer and nicer. 

When will we ever learn to be content with what I have? We live in a very materialistic society.  People are constantly trying to keep up with somebody else.  If an outfit is "so last year!"  they completely discard it, in spite of the fact that it is in perfect condition! People in North America consume and throw away sooo much! I realize that compared to 80% of the world's population I am RICH.  I have food in my belly, shoes on my feet, a roof over my head, and a car to drive.  I am truly blessed!!  Instead of crying about how much I lack I need to start focusing on how much I HAVE!

The way to be content is to cultivate a THANKFUL heart.

Lord, help me to be grateful for what I have instead of continually longing for something more.

Posted by JacqueDixonSoulRestES

I appreciate you taking the time to comment on the tough topic of homeschool or ps.
( http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/JacqueDixonSoulRestES/141363/ )
I also sincerely appreciated your comments!
Thank you!
Hope your weekend was FANTASTIC!!!

Jacque ( ;

Posted by homeschoolingmommaof4

Great devotional. Thanks for sharing.