Gratitude Reminder

There are so many times here when I am reminded to be grateful. Today was one of those times. I walked with sweet Fifi (she helps cook and clean at the guest house) to see the house that she was getting ready to move into. We sometimes spend so much time worrying about what color to paint our walls or that our house is too small or outdated, but this sweet lady couldn't stop praising Jesus for the place she was going to be able to live in. It is a single room with no bathroom and no kitchen, but when Megan told her that she would help her get it she smiled so big and immediately raised up her arms and said "Merci Jezi!" I was just so humbled to see her instantly begin to express her gratitude to the Lord and am challenged to be more thankful for the many blessings I have received.

Colossians 2:6-7 Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.