Can't Thank God Enough
"How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of you?" — 1 Thessalonians 3:9 Gracious Lord Jesus, my friend and my King, Of the very long list of that for which I am thankful, at the top of the list are the people You have called me to pastor. There are moments when I feel what Paul is describing in his letter to the church in Thessalonica. How can I thank my God enough when He has given me this much joy in His presence because of the people I pastor? When I see this church worshiping boldly and passionately, I am filled with joy. When I see someone surrender their lives to You, I am filled with joy. When I hear Your church growing in maturity as they share what You are teaching them, I am filled with joy. When I see Your church living in faithful, loving community with each other, I am filled with joy. Lord, how can I thank You enough for all the joy I have received in Your presence because of this church? This Tha...