Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord
with gladness; come before His presence with singing. Let's read it together,
knowing that the Lord is God; it is He that has made us, and not we ourselves.
We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.
Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with
praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. Let's finish it, for the Lord
is good; His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to all generations.
The Bible said, "When you enter His gate, enter with
thanksgiving, and when you have entered through thanksgiving, when you get into
His court, what should we do? Praise Him. And not just praise Him, be thankful.
What does it mean to be thankful? It means to acknowledge God's
favor, God's mercy, and God's grace. Be thankful when you enter His presence.
Be thankful; acknowledge God's mercy, acknowledge God's wisdom, acknowledge
God's favor, acknowledge God's goodness in your life. Be thankful.