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We had a great LIFT Gathering this month. With a springtime lunch and a heartfelt message about Priorities Matter.

First Things First
Life gets busy. Between work, responsibilities, events, phones buzzing, and calendars filling up, it often feels like there just aren’t enough hours in the day. We rush from one thing to the next trying to keep up with everything and everyone.

But in the middle of all the busyness, God gently reminds us of something important: our priorities matter.

God never intended for our lives to become so full that we forget what truly matters. The two greatest gifts He has given us are our relationship with Him and our families. Yet sometimes those are the very things that get pushed aside while we focus on everything else.

In the Bible, we are reminded in Matthew 6:33,
"But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you."

When we put God first, everything else begins to fall into the right place. That doesn’t mean life becomes less busy, but it means our hearts become centered on what truly matters.

Think about a family sitting around a dinner table. Phones are put away. The television is off. Everyone is talking, laughing, sharing stories about their day. In those simple moments, something beautiful happens, connection. Those are the moments that build memories and strengthen the bonds God created within families.
God designed families to support, encourage, and love one another. But those relationships require time, attention, and intention.

Spending time with God and our family doesn’t require perfection. It can be simple moments:
• A prayer together before dinner
• A short devotional in the morning
• A conversation at the end of a long day
• A moment of gratitude before bed

When we choose to give God the first part of our day and our family the best of our time, we are investing in things that last far longer than busy schedules or to-do lists.

At the end of our lives, we won’t remember most of the meetings, errands, or tasks that filled our calendars. But we will remember the love shared, the prayers spoken, and the moments spent with the people God placed in our lives.

So today, let’s pause and ask ourselves:
Am I giving my time to what truly matters?
When we place God first and family close behind, we build a life rooted in faith, love, and purpose.

Father God,
Thank You for the gift of family and the gift of time. Help us to slow down and remember what truly matters. Teach us to place You first in our lives and to cherish the people You have entrusted to us. Guide our hearts so that our days reflect Your love and our homes reflect Your peace. Thank You for the ladies of LIFT, keep us safe & strong.
Amen.

Ladies, I so enjoyed our LIFT Gathering today...
Remember YOU are the Magic
And pray for your person...
Love you Ladies!

Our LIFT Gathering always makes my heart smile...

How do you THANK God for all the Blessing in your life?

That’s such a beautiful question 💛 — and one that touches the heart of true gratitude.

There are many ways to thank God for His blessings, and it doesn’t always have to be grand or complicated. Here are a few meaningful ways:

1. Speak it out loud.
Take a quiet moment each day to simply say, “Thank You, Lord, for all You’ve done for me.” List specific things — health, family, peace, even lessons learned through hard times. Gratitude spoken is powerful.

2. Pray with a thankful heart.
You can pray something simple like:
“Father God, thank You for every blessing, seen and unseen. Thank You for Your love, protection, and grace that carries me each day. Help me never take Your goodness for granted.”

3. Live your gratitude.
The best way to thank God is to use your blessings to bless others — show kindness, lend a helping hand, encourage someone who’s struggling.

4. Praise and worship.
Sing, dance, or listen to worship music that lifts your spirit. God delights in joyful praise.

5. Reflect and remember.
Keep a gratitude journal or note in your Bible — jot down the ways you’ve seen God at work. It reminds you of His faithfulness when life gets hard.

6. Walk in obedience and trust.
When you live in a way that honors Him — following His Word and trusting His plan — that’s one of the greatest “thank you’s” you can give for Thanking God for All the Blessings in Your Life
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Scripture "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
— 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Gratitude is one of the most beautiful ways we can worship God. It reminds us that every good thing — every breath, every sunrise, every moment of joy — comes from His hand.
It’s easy to thank God when everything is going right. But true gratitude is deeper — it thanks God in all circumstances, even when things are uncertain. When we choose to be thankful, we’re saying, “Lord, I trust You. I know You are working for my good.”
A thankful heart doesn’t ignore pain or struggle. Instead, it looks for God’s goodness in the middle of it. Gratitude shifts our focus from what we don’t have to what we do have — His love, His promises, and His presence.
And the beautiful thing is this: when we live with gratitude, we invite more of His joy and peace into our lives. Thankfulness is a magnet for God’s presence — it changes our attitude, strengthens our faith, and fills our hearts with hope.
Thought to Take With You
A thankful heart isn’t about having everything you want.
It’s about seeing God’s hand in everything you already have.

Today’s Challenge
Take a quiet moment to thank God for five specific blessings in your life today — big or small.
Then, share a word of thanks or encouragement with someone around you. Gratitude grows when it’s shared!

Closing Prayer Father God,
Thank You for the blessings You’ve poured into my life — the seen and the unseen, the easy and the hard.
Thank You for Your faithfulness, mercy, and love that never fail.
Help me to live each day with a grateful heart and to use my blessings to bless others.
May my life be a reflection of Your goodness and grace.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Ladies, I just love yall so much.... Thank You for a great LIFT gathering...
You Are Loved....God is LOVE
John 13:34
Love one another!