How to Approach Today

Daily Devotional – Thursday, May 1, 2025
It is good to give thanks to the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High.
Psalms 92:1 (NKJV)

There is something deeply refreshing about starting your day with a grateful heart. Our key text reminds us that giving thanks to God is not just the right thing to do. It is good for us. It softens our hearts, clears our perspective, and shifts our attention away from what we don’t have to all that we have already been given in Christ.

It Is Good to Give Thanks to the LORD

Gratitude is not just about being polite or waiting for the holiday season. It is a way to worship. When we take time to thank God, we are recognizing His steady love, His faithfulness, and the fact that He is still in control, no matter what. Praise helps us rise above the noise and stress of life and focus on the unchanging goodness of our God.

And even when life is hard, choosing to praise God is a bold act of trust. It is like saying, “Lord, I may not see the full picture, but I still believe You are good, and I know You’ve got me.” That kind of trust honors God and brings strength to our souls.

How to Approach Today

Today, whether things are going great or you are struggling, pause for a moment. Breathe. Thank God for something, not because everything is perfect, but because He is. Let gratitude lead your day, and worship flow naturally from your heart.

Prayer
God, thank You for being so faithful and loving. Fill my heart with real thankfulness and help me to praise You no matter what I am facing. Teach me to approach my day with gratitude and praise, even during tough times.