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Thanksgiving: Attitude of Gratitude - Part 2

#Thanksgiving Day 16

Most people would agree that we have a lot to be thankful for. After all, many of us live a lifestyle full of conveniences...  

  • We live in comfortable homes, wear nice clothes, and have reliable transportation.  
  • We have no shortage of clean water or healthy food.
  • We have access to quality healthcare and education, and basically live a good life with a lot of freedom, safety and security.

While it’s easy to take these wonderful blessings for granted—and begin to focus on what we don’t have—millions of people around the world live without the basic necessities of life.

Just think about it...

We can complain about trivial things like cleaning the house. However, those without a place to live would love to have a house to clean.  

Or have you ever complained about the regular costs of maintaining your vehicle? I’m sure we’ve all had our day ruined by an unexpected repair. However, a person without transportation dreams about having a car to drive.   

It is so easy to forget how blessed we are! That’s why maintaining an attitude of gratitude is something we need to do on purpose.  

This will help you to see more clearly...

Giving thanks throughout the day is simply a way to show God how grateful we are for who He is.

Regularly giving thanks to God not only helps us fully realize how He’s working in our lives, it gives us a new perspective—our mind is renewed, our attitude is improved, and we are filled with joy.  

I am truly amazed at how two people can have the exact same circumstances, however one person can be negative, dissatisfied and hopeless while the other is optimistic and full of joy!  

Praise makes all of the difference. Living life with a heart of gratitude for who God is and what He has done for us lifts our burdens and causes us to see everything in a different light.

Each moment that we’re given is a precious gift from God. We can choose to have a thankful attitude and live each moment full of joy…simply because God is good.
             - Joyce Meyer

It’s the Sixteenth Day of the Thanks-filled month; I want you to try something. As you go about your day, make a point to be grateful for the things you may otherwise not even notice.  
Happy Sunday!😇

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