Lord, thank you for this sink of dirty
dishes; we have plenty of food to eat.
Thank you for this pile of dirty,
stinky laundry; we have plenty of nice clothes to wear.
And I would like to thank you, Lord, for those unmade beds; they were so
warm and
comfortable last night. I know that many have no bed.
My thanks to you, Lord, for this bathroom, complete with all
the splattered mirrors, soggy, grimy towels and dirty lavatory; they are
so convenient.
Thank you for this finger-smudged refrigerator that needs defrosting so
badly; It has served
us faithfully for many years. It is full of cold drinks and enough
leftovers for two or three
meals.
Thank you, Lord, for this oven that absolutely must be cleaned today; It
has baked so many
things over the years.
The whole family is grateful for that tall grass that needs mowing,
the lawn that needs raking; we all enjoy the yard.
Thank you, Lord, even for that slamming screen door. My kids are healthy
and able to run
and play.
Lord, the presence of all these chores awaiting me says You have richly
blessed my family.
I shall do them cheerfully and I shall do them gratefully.
Amen!
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