Choosing Gratitude and Finding God's Goodness During Life's Biggest Trials - Wendy Speake

When life is bright and blessings fall abundantly, it’s easy to praise the Lord. But what about when things aren’t so great? What about when things feel awful, and heartache fills your soul? It is hard to praise the Lord when you’re deep in the pit of despair. Wendy Speake’s book provides a pathway through both sorrow and joy. A Sacrifice of Praise and Thanksgiving: 30 Days of Rejoicing in God’s Goodness guides readers through the real-life struggle of praising the Lord, even when life doesn’t feel good. Wendy also talks about the “30 Days of Praise and Thanksgiving Ask Fast,” a special November challenge to Christians: lay down your petitions and simply praise the Lord for one month. Lean into a life of continual praise and gratitude. You’d be surprised what the Lord can do!

TAKEAWAYS

God’s kindness leads us to conviction and repentance, and if you are hurting, spend time with people who genuinely love and support you

Abiding with God is more important than indulging in earthly distractions

The struggles we face in life enable us to comfort others who are enduring the same trials

Learn more about Wendy’s 30-day “Ask Fast” at WendySpeake.com/praise/

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