A Prayer For Thankfulness

Dear God,
It's Thanksgiving weekend and I feel dry. I know You are worthy of my adoration and You are such an awesome God. You've given me so much material blessings. You have always provided my needs and the needs of my family. Thank you for my family! Even though we can't be with our extended family, I'm thankful to be with my immediate family. Thank you for always leading and guiding me. For never leaving me to figure life out on my own. For keeping me running and fighting the fight of faith. For bringing me though hard times and sanctifying me. For revealing yourself to me in uncountable ways. Yet, even as I say this, I don't feel thankful. My knowledge isn't changing my emotions. I want to be moved by You! Lord, would you show me my sin so I can see Christ's goodness and sacrificial love towards me even greater? Would you bring me through trials, so I can come out closer to you. I'm sorry for not worshiping and loving you with all my heart, mind, soul, and strength. I will continue to thank you whether I feel it or not, for that is Your will concerning me. Thank you for loving me and being faithful even when I fall short so many times.

In Jesus name, Amen.

Sincerely, Brooke

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