Give and Take

Psalm 34:8 "O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him."

Joy never comes to those who don’t appreciate what they have.  That's why God wants us to learn how to be thankful every day. God never promised your life would be perfect, just blessed beyond measure if you served Him.

So remember that your life is filled with give and take and try and follow these steps:

-Give thanks and take nothing for granted. 

-Realize being happy means you appreciate it all, not that you have it all.

-Life is too short. So stop worrying all the time and give God praise for the good and even in the bad. 

-Instead of focusing on how stressed you are, remember how blessed you are.

-If you have the promise of eternal life you have what many hope for.

-Don't take the people you love for granted today because they may be gone tomorrow. 

-Never be too busy to make time for that which matters most. 

Oh yes, one last thing-

Remember the good times, be strong during the rough times, love always, laugh often, live honestly, and be thankful for each new day that the Lord brings into your life.