I mean, a lot. So much, that the "Thank" and the "God" are merely shadow words. They are there, but are they really there? Am I honestly thanking God when I say:
- Thank God I packed another outfit in the car for my almost-potty-trained child.
- Thank God I drank a mocha latte this morning. It's going to be one of those days.
- Thank God the season finale of Glee is still on Hulu.
- Thank God the Gap Outlet had one pair of $4 jeans in my size. (Four dollars, people!)
Probably, not. Well, okay, I did actually praise God for that last one. Finding a great-fitting pair of jeans on a Goodwill budget can be nothing short of miraculous. Regardless of budget, a great pair of jeans is almost as elusive as a great bathing suit. You might read about them in magazines or on blogs but you seldom encounter them in real life.
Everything God does is worthy of praise. Everything. He gave me life. He gave my children life. I want to reclaim those words: Thank God. Starting today.
"I will give thanks to you, O Lord, with my whole heart." (Psalm 9:1)
