For rose-gold streaked sunset clouds,

For hugs and listening ears,

For chubby baby feet and dimpled smiles,

For daughters who have grown enough to be friends,

For fresh-ground coffee in the morning,

For music and hearts raised in worship,

For new days and clean slates and all that You are,

We give You thanks.

This is the only way to bear the grief and unfairness of this world, and not get lost in the dark–  to turn our eyes toward Heaven and give thanks.

“We give you thanks, O Almighty God, for these your benefits, Who lives and reigns, world without end. Amen.”

“In death, in life, I’m confident and covered by the power of Your great love.
My debt is paid; there’s nothing that can separate my heart from Your great love.” (One Thing Remains, Jesus Culture)