February 11
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PSALM 116

10 I believed, even when I spoke: “I am greatly afflicted”;
11 I said in my alarm, “All mankind are liars.”
12 What shall I render to the LORD for all his benefits to me?
13 I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD,
14 I will pay my vows to the LORD in the presence of all his people.
15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
16 O LORD, I am your servant; I am your servant, the son of your maidservant.
You have loosed my bonds.
17 I will offer to you the sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD.
18 I will pay my vows to the LORD in the presence of all his people,
19 in the courts of the house of the LORD,
in your midst, O Jerusalem. Praise the LORD! – Psalm 116:10-19
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PSALM 116 GIVE THANKS AND CALL ON THE NAME OF GOD
A poem inspired by this psalm by ILMA
The Lord has given me my life and all that I need
He has saved me from sin through Christ’s blood
O Lord, you have loved me so unconditionally
Help me to be grateful to you constantly
I am your servant Lord, for you have delivered me
Grant me to always give you praise and glory.
I call on the name of the Lord who is steadfast in his love
He hears all those who trust, depend on him and give him awe
I will pay my vows to the Lord in the midst of his people
I will declare all his wonderful deeds and stay faithful
Give thanks to the Lord for he is full of grace and forgiveness
In him alone can we experience peace, joy and faithfulness.
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REFLECTION
• We can never repay God for all the things he has done for us, but how can we honor him and give him glory?
• How is thanksgiving a form of worship and praise?