Count Your Blessings
“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name” (Psalm.100:4).
Of all the hymns in our songbooks, none expresses the joy of thanksgiving better than “Count Your Blessings”. With its true to life lyrics and up-beat tempo (It is NOT to be sung slowly), it is difficult to sing the words without thinking upon the countless blessings we have received from our loving, caring, and benevolent God.
The first verse describes a life filled with trials; a life tossed about by the tempests of this world. Such difficulties may leave us tired, disheartened and discouraged. The lyrics then offer a tried-and-true remedy: “Count your blessings, name them one by one.” Doing so will not only help us realize how much we are blessed by God, but will lift our spirits, as well.
The second stanza speaks of heavy burdens and the cross we may have to bear. But cross bearing is part of discipleship (Luke 9:23). Yet God will not only provide strength to hold us up, He has also blessed us with supportive brethren to help bear our burdens (Gal. 6:2).
The third verse mentions observing the wealthy of the world who seem to have it all. However, as Christians we have something of far greater value than fleeting riches - everlasting treasures in heaven (Matt. 6:19-21).
The final section describes a God who is in control of all things (Dan. 2:21). This knowledge is a great source of comfort and encouragement in this seemingly chaotic world. Regardless of what is occurring around us, God’s presence, promises, help and blessings cannot help but sustain us with courage and hope.
Above all, the reunions and glorious mansions awaiting us in heaven should fill out hearts with perpetual thanksgiving!
“Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.”
Live for the Lord in 2024!
Dennis
“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name” (Psalm.100:4).
Of all the hymns in our songbooks, none expresses the joy of thanksgiving better than “Count Your Blessings”. With its true to life lyrics and up-beat tempo (It is NOT to be sung slowly), it is difficult to sing the words without thinking upon the countless blessings we have received from our loving, caring, and benevolent God.
The first verse describes a life filled with trials; a life tossed about by the tempests of this world. Such difficulties may leave us tired, disheartened and discouraged. The lyrics then offer a tried-and-true remedy: “Count your blessings, name them one by one.” Doing so will not only help us realize how much we are blessed by God, but will lift our spirits, as well.
The second stanza speaks of heavy burdens and the cross we may have to bear. But cross bearing is part of discipleship (Luke 9:23). Yet God will not only provide strength to hold us up, He has also blessed us with supportive brethren to help bear our burdens (Gal. 6:2).
The third verse mentions observing the wealthy of the world who seem to have it all. However, as Christians we have something of far greater value than fleeting riches - everlasting treasures in heaven (Matt. 6:19-21).
The final section describes a God who is in control of all things (Dan. 2:21). This knowledge is a great source of comfort and encouragement in this seemingly chaotic world. Regardless of what is occurring around us, God’s presence, promises, help and blessings cannot help but sustain us with courage and hope.
Above all, the reunions and glorious mansions awaiting us in heaven should fill out hearts with perpetual thanksgiving!
“Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your blessings, see what God hath done;
Count your blessings, name them one by one; Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.”
Live for the Lord in 2024!
Dennis
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