Thought for Today

EspirationalJanuary 31, 2015November 3, 2014Thought for TodayThomas Merton, thought for today, to be grateful

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“To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything He has given us – and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him.
Gratitude therefore takes nothing for granted, is never unresponsive, is constantly awakening to new wonder and to praise of the goodness of God. For the grateful person knows that God is good, not by hearsay but by experience. And that is what makes all the difference.” Thomas Merton [Source: Goodreads]

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5 thoughts on “Thought for Today”

nataliescarberry says:

February 2, 2015 at 8:26 pm

Oh how I love this quote! Hugs, N ❤

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gentlestitches says:

February 1, 2015 at 3:04 pm

plus the flowers are unusual and beautiful.

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dilip says:

February 1, 2015 at 12:28 am

Beautiful thoughts! There is so much to be grateful for – gratitude for every single breath we take. Let always say thank you God.

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hairballexpress says:

January 31, 2015 at 9:21 pm

Excellent, human!

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maureenc says:

January 31, 2015 at 6:22 pm

For the grateful person knows that God is good, not by hearsay but by experience. And that is what makes all the difference.
Once again Genie, Thank you for reminding us

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