Judges 7-9, Psalms 70

What God said to me – Expressing gratitude and thanksgiving to Me is an important part of learning to stay faithful.  You must continually recall all I have done and give thanks to build your life of devotion to Me.  That continual remembrance and thanksgiving will begin to grow into faith which will deepen as you continue practicing thanksgiving.  As you accept and acknowledge each gift I give, you will grow stronger in your faith and walk with Me.  Living in such a way yields many benefits – peace, joy, faith, trust.  Living in such a way deepens your relationship with Me.

Judges 4-6, Psalms 69:19-36

What God said to me – Give thanks in everything and for everything – great and small.  When you live this way, it magnifies My name for you are acknowledging that everything comes from Me – that “I AM” in control.  Thanksgiving is not something that comes naturally.  In the good times it’s easy to just go along and enjoy things but forget to acknowledge it is all from Me.  In the difficult times you cry out to Me for help, not in thanksgiving.  When you are afflicted or in pain is when thanksgiving is the most meaningful for you are truly acknowledging My sovereignty.  It is truly a sacrifice to thank Me during those times.  In everything give thanks.

Judges 1-3, Psalms 69:1-18

What God said to me – Your walk with Me does not just affect your life, but also those around you.  You must live in such a way so as not to be a stumbling block, but an encourager to those who are weak in faith.  Your walk must always honor Me for there are many who are watching you.  When you dishonor Me or bring shame to My name it affects the way the world sees all who belong to Me.  You must be circumspect in your walk – always being aware that you are My light in the world, both to believers and non-believers.  Be consistent in your walk so you may bring glory to My name.