The national debt is over $18 trillion, but there is an even greater deficit incurred by the nation – the debt of praise and thanksgiving. The Lord has blessed America, but the number of people in it who are faithful to give Him honor has been dwindling. Is it even ten percent?

Praise is due to you, O God, in Zion, and to you shall vows be performed.

Psalm 65:1

One day, as Jesus was on His way to Jerusalem, ten lepers approached Him, begging for mercy. He healed them and told them to show themselves to the priest. On their way, they became well. Only one man turned around, praised God, fell at Jesus’ feet, and thanked Him. Jesus wondered why only one of the ten remembered to honor the Lord (Luke 17:11-19).

When God answers prayer, it’s easy to forget to thank Him. Like unpaid bills, ungratefulness stacks up. As you pray, keep the debt of thanksgiving clear. The Lord loves you and is worthy to be praised and thanked. Think on Him and the things of God often – and then pray for this nation to remember that all good things come from God, and to give Him the honor He is worthy to receive.

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