Over two months have slipped by since I last took the time to pause and reflect by posting my expression of gratitude in this way
It wasn't for lack of things for which to give thanks
Indeed, God has continued pouring out His steadfast love
and He shows me His faithfulness every day
when I last wrote, my mother-in-law was still with us on this earth
however, just a few days later, she passed from this life into the presence of Jesus
I'm thankful for God's comforting presence over these last two months
thankful for the grieving process
thankful for the hope I have as a follower of Jesus that Mom is enjoying her new home
thankful for His shed blood which has cleansing power
thankful God clothes me in Christ's righteousness through belief in His name
Life goes on
its flavor has changed a bit
new routines fall into place
old routines I counted on for so long slip away
I'm thankful God is my anchor
thankful my security is found in Him
thankful for this opportunity to walk along with my wife as she journeys through challenging days
I often feel inadequate
this is new territory for me
but God is familiar with grief
and He promises to never leave me or forsake me
for that I am very thankful!
