Thankful Thoughts

It's not Thanksgiving, but I found myself thinking about the things in my life that I am grateful for today. I started to post a brief comment about it via social media, but felt that my gratitude would be better expressed in blog form. It's not a comprehensive list, but hopefully it reflects a few of the things I am grateful for today.

• A day off to replenish my energy reserves
• A stack of books I am excited to read
• The opportunity to preach this Sunday
• Having the windows open while cool breezes blow through the house
• Better physical health
• Being madly in love with the woman who has my heart
• Three maturing young daughters who also have my heart
• Connecting with people over coffee
• Confidence in knowing that I am a work in a progress that is heading in the right direction
• Looking forward to a good dinner
• Grace that redeems my past and offers a better future
• Having my mind stimulated by new ways of thinking
• The love of a faithful dog
• Grace-have I mentioned how thankful I am for this?