Give thanks
Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows (John 16:33; NLT).
And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ (Ephesians 5:20; NLT).
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him (Romans 8:28; NIV).
Let us go on instead and become mature in our understanding (Hebrews 6:1; NLT).
Lord,
You don’t make
Things happen to us,
Good or bad.
But if we love you,
And face with thankfulness
All that life brings,
You work for our good,
Helping us to learn
From each experience,
So we can grow
In wisdom
And maturity.