A sacrifice of praise

“Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God,

That is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name." 

Hebrews 13:15 

Continually offering praise does not come naturally to some of us. It takes dependence on a supernatural God. It is “by Him,” a sacrifice that does not come easily.  But for one who abides in the Vine (that is Jesus) the fruit produced IS praise and giving of thanks. In this Season of Thanksgiving, let us pray to be so filled with the presence of Jesus that what flows from us comes from Him. May our lips praise Him and our hearts overflow with thanksgiving.

This song from 1948 is a good reminder to get us started. 

“Thank You, Jesus, for all You’ve done,

Thank You, Lord.

Thank You, Jesus, for victories won,

O! Thank You, Lord.

For Thy love and tender care,

For Thy Word and answered prayer,

Thank You, Jesus, for all you’ve done.

Thank You, Lord."

                                                                            (John C. and Ruth G. Hallett)

Happy Thanksgiving!

Love,
Ruth