As Thanksgiving rapidly approaches, I find myself working on a lesson for my elementary age small group. We are discussing prayer and this week I want to explore how prayer is not only about asking for the things we need and want but is also about praise and thanksgiving for the many blessings we have received from God. I looked for more scripture to add to my lesson and have decided to use Psalm 100. It is my favorite Psalm and I think it fits perfectly with this lesson, as well as the season.
1. Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.
2. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
3. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
4. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
5. For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.
Times are uncertain, our economy is very volatile but God is still on His throne and it is my intention to live what I teach. God is merciful, I am confident that He loves me and I am grateful for the blessings I have in my life. I pray this is an attitude I can pass along to the children in my care.
