Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Hardship

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Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Hardship

The past several weeks have certainly seen upheaval in life. It could be a depressing time for me if I did not have God helping me. In my prayers the past few weeks I have been thanking Jesus for how he has helped me during this COVID-19 crisis. I thought I would share some things…

jesusluvsall

April 22, 2020

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Hardship- class canceled for a few weeks and starting again online.

I am grateful that I have work and can still have income. I am thankful for being able to help my students learn new skills studying online that can help them with their futures. Yes, I miss seeing them in person, but I can see them in online class and stay connected.

Hardship- I am in 3 at risk groups so going to the store is not for me.

I am thankful for friends who bring me food. They have been a blessing. I can also order food for pick up curbside at some supermarkets here who have set aside time only for people in high risk groups.

Hardship- I live alone and can’t see friends at church, see my students, see people at my coffee shop hangout.

I am grateful for online services from my church. I can also see my students online. I have had video chats with friends in Brazil.

Corrie Ten Boom was in a Nazi concentration camp. She saw her sister die in the camp. Her story reminds me that what we are living through now is not as severe as what she endured. One of her quotes is one of my favorites.

“There is no pit so deep that God’s love is not deeper still.”

I am so grateful that because of Jesus I can have a relationship with God. I am thankful for Jesus waking me up with a song in my spirit.

What are you thankful for at this time?

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

35 responses to “Finding Gratitude in the Midst of Hardship”

parkinsonscare

April 22, 2020 at 9:35 am

Thanks for this post, Matt. “Thankfulness” is my word for 2020, so I am intentionally finding things for which to be thankful during each day. Today I’m thankful for the peace of God at this time. It is the “each that surpasses all understanding,” because logically we should not be very peaceful in the middle of a pandemic when things are in such disarray. But that’s the miracle! We can be a peace. God is in control. Period. We can lay down and rest in His care.
At this moment I am thankful for God’s peace that is down deep in my soul.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 1:00 pm
  
  Amen my sister. Thankfulness is a wonderful word to focus on
  
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Ruelha

April 22, 2020 at 9:45 am

Lovely post brother Matt….I am thankful for this pandemic in itself….Agreed, its killing many and a lot of people are experiencing a lot of problems…..but I see the good in it too. The earth and creation needed a break from us. People needed time to introspect. People needed to focus on what’s really important….so many things have momentarily reversed because of covid and I’m thankful just for that much….there’s always some good in almost everything 🙂
Sometimes…..greater the suffering, greater the peace.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 4:51 pm
  
  Thank you for sharing little sister.
  
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thefathersfeet

April 22, 2020 at 10:46 am

I am thankful for the blood of Christ which has cleansed us from all sin. I am thankful for His indwelling Holy Spirit and the power we have through Him. I am thankful for God’s great love for mankind. I am thankful for His word, which guides us and so much more. I am thankful that you asked what we are thankful for. I thank God for you. God bless. Thanks. 🙂

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 4:50 pm
  
  Amen to all of those 🙂
  
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lakeside4jesus

April 22, 2020 at 11:43 am

Very encouraging, thank you! These days of physical distancing can quickly lead us to focus on what we cannot do or have. As you have so rightly pointed out, we all have the wonder of our All-loving God who cares for us in all circumstances. I found renewed hope in this truth as I read your blog today.
Blessings and continued good health to you,
Pastor Chuck

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 12:59 pm
  
  Thank you Pastor Chuck. God Bless
  
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Lydia Potter

April 22, 2020 at 11:48 am

I am thankful for people like you. People that have encouraged me and helped take the depressing feelings away.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 12:58 pm
  
  Thank you little sister. You are so kind
  
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Keziah

April 22, 2020 at 12:26 pm

Wonderful post, thank you for sharing!! I am so thankful for how much I have realized I appreciate those around me. Not just friends or family, but every human being that ever breathed, I am thankful for. Without humans, there would be no society, no need to social distance. COVID-19 has brought to my attention how important others are to me, and when this is all over, I am going to work as hard as ever at loving them all endlessly, like Jesus would.
Again, thank you for your lovely post!! Please stay well.
– Keziah

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 4:53 pm
  
  We do need each other
  
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Patty hesaidwhatks

April 22, 2020 at 1:41 pm

I am thankful that our special needs son, Aaron, is here at home with us. It’s not always easy, but he’s doing very well with all the changes and that’s a blessing. I have friends whose children are in group homes. They can’t see their children at all during this time and it’s very hard for all of them. So when I’m tired at the end of the day, I think of how it might have been for us and I am thankful. Thank you, too, for this good blog!

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 4:49 pm
  
  I am glad he is home with you
  
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eguyadeen3

April 22, 2020 at 4:49 pm

Beautiful written to see act of kindness, for me how my husband cared for me as I recovered from a mild case of the virus. As I continue learning in my CPE course as a Chaplain I am able to reach out to others who are lonely and at times loss hope

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 22, 2020 at 4:52 pm
  
  I am glad you recovered
  
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Charity (Purple Rose)

April 22, 2020 at 4:59 pm

Love that quote. 💕 {{hugs}}

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Dawn

April 22, 2020 at 9:05 pm

I’m truly thankful for God’s protection and provision. He is always consistent in my life.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 23, 2020 at 2:32 am
  
  Amen little sister. He is always consistent 🙂
  
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jonahzsong

April 22, 2020 at 11:57 pm

Thank you for your wonderful post, and the gentle reminder of my duty to be more, much more, grateful. . . for everything, things that enable me, things that are good and pleasant, and more so the things that aren’t at the moment enjoyable or pleasant but will turn my head back to our Heavenly Father. Things that return me to Him.

I often think of our Messiah as the lifter of my head (Psalm3). I think of a child and a mother lifting his head to give comfort. I think of a wounded man and a medic lifting his head to give him a drink of water. Spirit works through the Children of G-D. . . and I am reminded to be grateful to Him for His people.

L-RD Bless, Keep, Shine. . .

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 23, 2020 at 2:31 am
  
  Lifter of our heads. That is a good thought at this time.
  
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Jenny Furse

April 23, 2020 at 2:49 am

I have always loved the story of Corrie Ten Boom. I’m thankful for my family, my home, and my flower garden 🙏🏼🤗💕

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 23, 2020 at 9:42 am
  
  You should share pics of your flower garden 🙂
  
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  1. Jenny Furse
    
    April 23, 2020 at 8:04 pm
    
    I will have to when they all bloom 🤞🏼
  2. jesusluvsall
    
    April 23, 2020 at 8:23 pm
    
    🤗
Kim Petitt

April 23, 2020 at 8:44 am

I’m thankful for the faithfulness of God.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 23, 2020 at 9:41 am
  
  I am glad he is faithful even when I am not.
  
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alimw2013

April 23, 2020 at 11:39 am

Yes I soooo agree with realizing things could be much worse! We’re not being persecuted, we have extra time for Bible study, prayer etc..and we can communicate with one another by using social media as a blessing !!
I’m so thankful you don’t have to get out in this craziness risking your health, that you have friends to deliver goods or pickup/drop off options!! Praise to Him!!

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Temi Michael-O

April 25, 2020 at 6:39 pm

Thank you for helping us see with grateful eyes this season. I am thankful for the opportunity to rest and spend more time with my family.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 25, 2020 at 6:41 pm
  
  Rest 🤗
  Glad you have more time with family
  
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CG Thelen

April 26, 2020 at 4:07 am

So much to be grateful for during this time. Trusting God’s plan and his wisdom. Thanks for the reminder.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 26, 2020 at 4:11 am
  
  Yes there is much to be grateful for if we are willing to see it.
  
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herrychiccounsels

April 26, 2020 at 3:35 pm

This is an encouraging post big bro. God never leaves us helpless. I am grateful for all of life’s benefits. And for God indeed being in it for us.

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1. jesusluvsall
  
  April 26, 2020 at 3:40 pm
  
  God loves you little sister 🤗
  
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