“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2

     The wonderful privilege of life in Christ is that we are blessed to walk with Jesus in prayer. Don’t think of it as a disciplined requirement, but as a constant conversation with our Father – an “as I go about” partnership with God where we discuss every situation, with our eyes open for what He is doing around us. We’ve got to fight against distractions, busyness, and a hardened heart.  When we do, we don’t look for the things that we don’t have, but marvel at the blessings we do have. Not counting the provisions we think were missed, but observing those we’ve been given. We notice the many ways that God is watchful over us.  We will see small and large blessings, protections, and provisions that He has given us. And the impulsive response of our heart will be to offer thanks.  When someone does something for us, we thank that person. How much more should we thank God? His hand is constantly upon our lives, looking after, and caring for us. Take some time out to spend thanking Him during this Thanksgiving break. And look to develop a lifestyle of constant prayer and thankfulness throughout the year!