The first verse of this psalm stands in contrast as the psalmist cries out, "save me oh God for the water is up to my neck."
It can be very difficult to be thankful in difficult times. On the other hand, I find that it can also be difficult to be thankful in good times. I guess the truth is, its just hard to be thankful- period. We are a complaining society much more than a grateful people.
That's why I call thanksgiving, a discipline. Its takes as much will power to be thankful as it takes to get up in the morning and work out. Yet, millions of people exercise daily for the benefit it gives their body. Why don't we, exercise our spirits by practicing the discipline of thanksgiving. It's simple, just finish this sentence, "thank you for..." 10 reps, 5 sets.
