I am thankful.

I am thankful.
I am thankful that my God is sovereign. He has made me and knows more about me than I ever will.  He teaches me lessons I need to learn in his own perfect timing, and equips me with the ability to learn it.  He reminds me HIS ways and thoughts are higher than my own (Isaiah 55:8-9). He reveals to me his caring, compassionate heart. He is faithful, patient, loving, gracious, correcting, firm, steadfast, eternal......
I am thankful that his Word is true, and prayer is reliable.  His truth does not depend on my experience or feeling.  He is able to handle all the frustration and questions I can dish out. He alone can wholly satisfy my longing heart.
I am thankful for who he has given me. A friend who calls me out and reminds me that this life is not about me.  A friend who reminds me of who it is I really am, and why I've been created. A brother who genuinely cares.  A friend who encourages. 
I am thankful that even when a day does not start (or continue) how I had wanted, God is in control of it. His blessings are woven throughout my day.  He changes my attitude, humbles my heart, and opens my eyes so I can see his presence, feel his "hugs".
I am thankful that I have been saved by the blood of the Lamb. And, everyday, God is transforming my mind.  Everyday, he is making me more like his precious son. Everyday he is faithful and true.
For all this and so much more, I am thankful....