Gratitude at the end of life
“Our lives are in the hand of a kind Providence, to give or take away; and I desire we may be helped to be thankful for his dispensations. I wonder my days are thus prolonged; but amidst afflictions, I have cause to be thankful for many mercies. We have an unwearied enemy, who seeks to draw us aside; and if he cannot by great things, he will by little ones.
But while I am speaking, I feel great thankfulness in my mind, that we are not left without One to help us; this is an unspeakable mercy. I have had a great share of the Lord’s goodness, both by sea and land, and now my life is spared in a wonderful manner. I can recommend nothing better to us than the love of God. Oh, this brings great sweetness with it!”
— John Kendall, 1812
English Quaker minister
Today’s Invitation
Be thankful for the great sweetness of the love of God.
This Week’s Query
How do you hold onto a spirit of gratitude during difficult times?
Has gratitude ever helped you through suffering?
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