Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come into his presence with singing.

Know that the LORD is God. It is he that made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, bless his name.

For the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations.

Psalm 100:1-5

Nature bears great testimony to the wisdom of the Creator. The inter-dependence of one-life-form on another makes us realize that we are part of a complex system characterized by beauty and balance.

It is wonderful to be alive, and deep feelings of appreciation often well up within us. But we must always center our devotion on the One who not only provides the air we breathe, but also gives us eternal life through faith in Christ.

When you think of all that's good, give your thanks to God.

Our Daily Bread - February 20, 2005