Thank You

By |Published On: January 20, 2019|Categories: 1-Minute Radio Program|

Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada. Recently I read an essay on words and where they come from. There was a whole section on the words “thank you.” For instance, when you say “thank you” in Spanish, it’s Muchas gracias, or “much grace.” In French, you say thank you with “Merci.” That means mercy. So when you thank someone, you are saying, you really show me mercy.

I was struck by how grace and mercy (both of which have their origin in God) are the essence of gratitude. So when you say “thank you” to God, you are basically saying “Lord, I’m at your mercy and I am humbled by your grace and favor.” I love that – so today, I want to say “Muchas gracias” and “merci” to the people who volunteer with Joni and Friends and the many ways they serve. Volunteer with Joni and Friends – because we will be quick to say thank you!

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