May 23, 2011 (from every bloom)

from every bloom

“A thankful heart is one of
the primary identifying characteristics of a believer.
It stands in stark contrast to pride,
selfishness, and worry.
And it helps fortify the believer’s trust in the Lord
and reliance of His provision,
even in the toughest times.
No matter how choppy the seas become,
a believer’s heart is buoyed by
constant praise and gratefulness to the Lord.”
- John MacArthur

“Praise is the honey of life
which a devout heart extracts from
every bloom of providence and grace.”
- C.H. Spurgeon