GIVE THANKS LIKE IT IS DONE

During our building project in Eruwa, we continually praised the Lord. There was a particular session of praise I cannot forget. I called all the pastors, and we went to the building. We were at the roofing stage. 

We praised God unusually that day. We used a ladder as a keyboard and wood as drums. We lifted our voices as though we were in a Thanksgiving service in church. We thanked as if it were already done because we knew it was a settled matter. 

Beloved, one of the beautiful things about giving glory to God is that it strengthens your faith and your persuasion. When unbelief attacks your soul, address it in thanksgiving. 

“He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief, but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God,”

Romans 4:20 NKJV

But there is a place of thanksgiving that gives you the picture of “This matter is settled”. Jesus showed us this dimension at the grave of Lazarus. 

“Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead man was lying. And Jesus lifted up His eyes and said, “Father, I thank You that You have heard Me. And I know that You always hear Me, but because of the people who are standing by I said this, that they may believe that You sent Me.”” John 11:41-42 NKJV

Give thanks because you know that God always hears and you are assured that He has answered your prayers. Sing, dance and rejoice like it is done because it is already done. 

Glory to God!