In the wake of the Paris attacks, we are left with more questions than answers. Our memories are stirred of prior acts of terror across the globe. Fear, anger, and sadness overshadow all other emotions.
Syrian refugees arrived in New Orleans this past weekend and meaningless suffering in the world seems to be more prevalent. My chest tightens and my thoughts become overwhelmed with all of the misery.
In the midst of disheartening news (not just from Paris), it can be hard to find a way to give thanks for things beyond our own protection.
So today, through such harrowing circumstances, I give thanks that even though Satan may win a battle, God has won the war.
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:37-39)
What do you give thanks for today?