by Hazel Straub
How we think and view life determines our health. When we are full of laughter, joy and thanksgiving, we thrive. Negative thinking brings depression and sadness, which reflects in our body’s function. Gratitude to God, causes rivers of living water to flow out of us and brings abundant life!
A joyful heart is good medicine,
but a broken spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22 HCSB)
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AMEN. A couple years ago, the Lord spoke to me about how much gratitude is tied in with our health. And He gave me a little song that helps me remember the powerful connection. When the Spirit began to give it to me, I found myself singing it to the tune of that little children’s chorus that teaches basic hygiene and grooming: “This is the way we brush our teeth, brush our teeth, brush our teeth; this is the way we brush our teeth so early in the morning ….” But the words He gave me to sing were these:
“I will have a grateful heart;”
A grateful heart is a cheerful heart;
A cheerful heart is medicine
So I can be well and strong.”
When I’m tempted to complain and feel sorry for myself, I find that little song is a great help. By the time I’ve sung it four or five times, my whole attitude is changed.
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By: Sandra Conner on 11/21/2015
at 1:35 am
Excellent! Love your words to the children’s song! Simple and powerful. Gratitude and cheerfulness make such a difference.
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By: Pure Glory on 11/21/2015
at 8:15 am
This is so true especially in difficult situations. Laughter helps perspective.
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By: tammy @ faithhopelovefood.com on 11/21/2015
at 3:13 am
Our attitude towards our circumstances makes such a difference! 😋
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By: Pure Glory on 11/21/2015
at 8:18 am
And so do I think! Amen!
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By: missromansunset on 11/22/2015
at 10:49 pm
😀
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By: Pure Glory on 11/22/2015
at 10:53 pm
Thanks again for a much needed post. This Thanksgiving I am thankful for the work that you do for God to those of us who need to hear him speak to us. Happy Thanksgiving!!
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By: joicelizsabeth on 11/23/2015
at 4:58 pm
You’re welcome Joicelizabeth! Abundant blessings to you! Happy Thanksgiving!
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By: Pure Glory on 11/23/2015
at 8:03 pm