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

"God is great, God is good!” We remember the childhood prayer. But, often we forget to begin our prayers in praise. We neglect to remember PEACE comes from the power of God’s “good“. 

God IS great! He offers His presence in our lives and longs for us to love Him with a GRATEFUL heart. Sometimes, we become consumed in our agendas. We don't devote ourselves in prayer. We forget who’s in charge of our days. 

When Jesus leads us to the Father, He shows how to  trust. And, when we're ready to find Him, He reminds us HE is HERE! He covers us in grace and helps us learn to be grateful. 

If we begin our prayers in praise, God will fill us with everything we need. He will ready us to rise. He will set the stage for what’s to come and help us FEEL the joy of His presence. 

God is great, God is good! He has opened our eyes to another day of life! How will we thank Him? We must humble our hearts and offer our prayers to the One who WILL manage this day. He will handle ALL things. And He will show us how it feels to feel grateful.

Dear God, Thank you for waking us to recognize Your greatness. Open our eyes to all You will provide. Help us humble our hearts for You, so we will never forget how it feels to gratefully welcome the presence of perfect PEACE. Amen