I will give him thanks in the land of my captivity. (Tobit 13.6)

I have been pondering this verse all morning, thinking about how applicable it is to us all who are living in the land of our captivity.  How often do I grumble rather than give thanks?  Tobit goes on to say “I will give him thanks in the land of my captivity and I show his power and majesty to a nation of sinners.”  What a simple but powerful witness we would each be if we could just develop more of an attitude of thanksgiving and trust in the land of our captivity.  Lord, teach us how to do this.  Prompt us by your Holy Spirit to give thanks to you in all circumstances.