GIVE THANKS in EVERYTHING!!! National Custodians Day. Pastor Appreciation Month.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 the Apostle Paul provides for us a challenging command when he says, “give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (CSB)
Today and this month are set aside for some very important people in our lives. 
Today is National Custodians Day. My challenge to each of you is this…let your Custodians know that you recognize this day for them. Go out of your way to make them feel loved and appreciated. Whether it’s words, a snack, taking them out to lunch…whatever it is, get creative…AND mean it.  
This month is Pastor Appreciation Month. Discouragement is a tool that Satan often uses in the life of a Pastor, and in the lives of the Pastors family members. Please don’t assume their lives are perfect just because they’re a Pastor by title. They’re human just like each of us are and discouragement is real. What is it that you can do to make them feel cared about and encouraged? Ask God to give you a creative way to express your appreciation for them…and maybe even for their family members. Seeing family members get spoiled is a way to encourage a Pastor. 
Don’t wait for others to thank you in life…you be the first to GIVE thanks. I truly believe that’s God’s will, as He is the perfect example of being a GIVER. 
Praying for each of us as we find ways to express our thanks today and this month. May it become a rhythm that carries into our daily lives…beyond today and this month. 
Practicing His Presence, 
Nate