Ps 103:2-3: Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits – who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases ...
I am afraid that we, Christians, can get so used to the treasures of forgiveness and healing that we forget to give thanks. We become so accustomed to redemption, salvation, renewal, forgiveness, healing and miracles, that it no longer stirs us, moves us, or excites us. We become able to express a firm belief that we have been forgiven, and healed, without being in awe of Gods grace.
God wants praise and thanksgiving from us who have been given salvation, the greatest of all possible gifts. In fact, to neglect the response of thanksgiving, is to steal from God of the glory due to him for his healing, deliverance and saving mercies.
It is true that God does not need our praise and thanksgiving - but he does want it.
May you be blessed when you in song, prayer and worship, and more importantly through a life committed to Gods service, only seek the glory of God. When you truthfully with the Psalmist say to the Lord :
Praise the LORD who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. (Ps 103: 4,5)
Hallelujah! Praise the Lord! Amen.
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