The chief difference between a believer and an unbeliever is that of claiming all the achievements on their own, or declaring them as God’s. The Angel Raphael’s wise advice has to be followed to receive multiple blessings and to honor and acclaim the One who blesses, “what God does should be told everywhere, so that he may be praised and honored” (Tobit 12:7). The attitude of gratitude develops as we remember and proclaim the mighty acts of God that cherish our lives day by day, “Let all that I am praise the LORD; may I never forget the good things he does for me” (Ps 103:2). The hymns of David are filled with his personal proclamations that reveal the continuing acts of God in every person’s life, “It is good to praise the Lord and make music to your name, O Most High, proclaiming your love in the morning and your faithfulness at night, to the music of the ten-stringed lyre and the melody of the harp. For you make me glad by your deeds, Lord; I sing for joy at what your hands have done” (Ps 92:1-4). Let’s develop and cultivate, acknowledging and proclaiming the mercy and grace we receive, and sing along with Mary, “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name” (Luke 1:46-49). As believers when we commune, let personal proclamation be an important activity. 

Abba, thank you for blessing me continuously. Let your Spirit help me witness personally, in Jesus’ name, Amen.