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January 5

God Gave You Today

This is the day the LORD acted; we will rejoice and celebrate in it!

—Psalm 118:24

Do you ever get so caught up in your routine that you forget what day it is? You have to remind yourself whether you're going to work, or maybe sleeping in because it's Saturday? Some of us may even forget that we didn't "invent" today. In fact, we wouldn't be here at all if God had not acted on our behalf a very long time ago. The psalmist is right to point this out to us. God made this day. Now what will we do to show him how glad we are that he did?

Since it's the beginning of the year, let's be more mindful of what God has done each morning when we rise. We can begin the day, even before we put a foot on the floor, saying "Thank you, Lord." We can put a smile on our faces and celebrate the fact that we are surrounded by the abundance he provided.

Every action causes some kind of reaction. God acted. Now it's your turn. This is the day the Lord made so that you could . . . what? What can you do to cause God to celebrate a little? What can you give back today that will connect your heart more closely to his?

Take a moment and give God a very intentional response. Don't hesitate to show him what you can do. It will be good for both of you. Praise him, praise him for today!

In the Flow

Lord, I get caught up in the to-do list of my daily life and I forget to be grateful. I thank you for all you do to make it possible for me to live more fully and richly. Bless this day and walk with me. Amen.