Psalm 65:11 - Happy fall

You crown the year with your bounty,
     and your carts overflow with abundance.

Psalm 65 is a psalm of praise, especially for the harvest. This verse made me think of fall and all the bounty it brings. This is a time of year for thankfulness. In our ladies class we just started reading the book "One Thousand Gifts" by Ann Voskamp. I have not yet even begun the book, but have been told she suggests we keep a journal of all the things we are thankful for. I think that is a great idea!

Lord, thank you for the bounty of the fall. Please help us to be mindful of all the things we have to be thankful for. Amen.

Psalm 31:19 - Good things

How abundant are the good things
     that you have stored up for those who fear you,
that you bestow in the sight of all,
     on those who take refuge in you.

God has plans and blessings for us. That doesn't mean we won't have hard times, but God wants to bestow good things upon us. When we fear God and take refuge in him, he will bless us. The good times seem better and the bad times don't seem as bad when we rely on God. Those around us will notice and it will be a witness for God.

Lord, thank you for the good things you have stored up for us. Please help us to fear you and take refuge in you. Amen.