Give Thanks in All Circumstances

I thank God for each time I have to miss church because of work
For then I do not take entering the House of the Lord for granted.

I thank God for each time I've to work till the wee hours of the night
For then I get to taste of His power in multiplying my rest.

I thank God for each time I get home safe from after working till the wee hours of the night
For then I taste of His protection.

I thank God for every time I've to leave work early
For then I learn to fear God and not man.

I thank God for the many times I know not how to do my work
For then I know that His grace is sufficient for me.

I thank God for the times I make horrendous mistakes at work
For then I know that divine favour transcends human ability.

I thank God for difficult bosses and colleagues whom I work with
For then I learn the true meaning of submission.

I thank God for unloveable people in the office
For then I learn to have a heart of compassion.

I thank God for the chance to work with perfectionists
For then I learn to replace mediocrity with the spirit of excellence.

I thank God for getting into the office at 8 when work starts at 9
For then I get a chance to prayer walk the office in peace and quiet.

I thank God for the days on end that I do not get to see the sun
For nowadays I actually marvel at the shape of clouds.

I thank God that no matter how bad I think things are
His command is still very possible to fulfil.