Second Presbyterian Church

The first time I read Matthew Henry’s prayer, I was a little lost, and so I needed to read it again, but more slowly.

"I thank Thee first, because I was never robbed before; second, because although they took my money, they did not take my life; third, although they took my all, it was not much; and fourth, because it was I who was robbed and not I who robbed."

The second time I read these words, I was struck by the fact that—unlike Henry—we overlook many of the blessings that come into our lives every day.

As we enter into Advent—a time which mixes past memories with future hopes—my prayer is that we open our eyes and remember to give thanks in the present.

With blessings,

Craig

“Be joyful always; pray continually;

give thanks in all circumstances,

for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”  

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18