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In Psalms, we glimpse a joy that must express itself. But in Isaiah, we glimpse a humility that would never flaunt itself. Using both texts, David Ford uncovers the beautiful way that genuine joy and humility converge in a single attitude that characterizes the Spirit-filled Christian: thankfulness! Giving thanks is for the introverted and the extroverted! Whichever side you find yourself on, be encouraged by David’s stories from Scripture and from history, showing how those who feel their needs most keenly will be the ones to see God work most powerfully.
Keywords
Commands of Christ:
Practice Secret Disciplines Receive God’s Power
Character Qualities:
Contentment Gratefulness