LORD, I THANK YOU

Declaration of Praise: “Thank You, God—You Healed Me, Forgave Me, and Brought Me Through”

Lord, I thank You…

Because You didn’t just bring me through the fire—

You brought me through the pain,

the heartbreak,

the silent nights,

the shame,

and even my own mistakes.

You healed me when I didn’t even know I was broken.

You forgave me when I couldn’t forgive myself.

You covered me in grace when I was still covered in guilt.

You didn’t throw me away. You drew me closer.

Lord, I praise You—because the job I have is Your provision.

The car I drive is a reminder that I’m still moving forward.

The house I live in is a sanctuary of peace You provided.

And the degree I earned? That’s a symbol of Your sustaining power.

You never stopped believing in me—when others left, doubted, or dismissed me.

So today I declare:

If you didn’t pray for me in the dark, don’t judge me when I shine in the light.

If you weren’t there in the wilderness, don’t critique me in my Canaan.

Because while I was down, God was doing a deep work in me—

He was healing my heart,

restoring my identity,

and teaching me to love even those who hurt me.

I praise You, God, not just for what I have—

but for what You’ve healed,

what You’ve forgiven,

and what You’re still transforming in me.

My faith has been tested—and it is more precious than gold.

My tears have been seen—and they are stored in Your bottle.

My heart has been made whole—by the only One who truly knows me.

So I worship You now—without apology, without shame.

I walk in victory, but I remember the valley.

And I say THANK YOU, JESUS—for mercy, healing, forgiveness, and fire.

Hallelujah! Glory to Your name! You brought me through, and You’re not finished with me yet.

LoveUmorethanUknow

— Pastor Stephän Kirby