"Lord,
with all my heart I thank you.
I will sing your praises before the armies of angels.
I face your Temple as I worship,
giving thanks to you
for all your lovingkindness
and your faithfulness,
for your promises are backed by 
all the honor of your name.
When I pray,
you answer me,
and encourage me
by giving me
the strength I need."

~ Psalm 138: 1 - 3 LAB

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Bible Commentary:  "Thanksgiving should be an integral part of our lives. This theme is woven throughout the psalms. As we thank God for material and spiritual blessings, we should also thank him for answered prayer. Remember when we asked God for protection, strength, comfort, patience, love, or other special needs and he supplied them? We need to beware of taking God's provision and answered prayer for granted."

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