Rejoice!

"Rejoice in the Lord always.Again I say rejoice!"
(From Philippians 4:4).
Ever gotten a real break or opportunity?Perhaps it was a job promotion,extra money or an unexpected gift.Remember how appreciative you felt at the time? That feeling of thankfulness lasted for awhile but it gradually faded.It's human nature to forget about the gifts and blessings we have been given.Most of us have to make a conscious effort to remind ourselves of how fortunate we are.The cares of this life have a way of doing that to us all.
In regards to our salvation,we must always be aware of what a fantastic gift it is, and all that is promised with this gift from God.Scripture tells us repeatedly that despite the hardships here on earth, we have the comfort of knowing that as Christians we will be joined in eternal life with Him; something so incredible, the human mind cannot fully comprehend what it will be like.This gift we have been given should lead us to be deeply thankful and exude a joy that will make others wonder what it is we have. 1Thessalonians 5:16 says: "Rejoice always,pray without ceasing,in everything give thanks;for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." May His will be done.