When I was on the first 70-Day Gratitude challenge, I realized I had written a lot of content on giving thanks, feeling gratitude and showing appreciation. I have brought them together here and will be adding to them over time. Feel free to check out anything and let me know if you have any questions.
Biblical Reasons for Gratitude
Gratitude holds a prominent place in the Bible, reflecting a heart aligned with God’s will and purpose. Throughout scripture, we find encouragement to express thankfulness, not just in moments of joy but in all circumstances. This practice can transform our perspective and deepen our faith.
Does this really matter?
Gratitude matters because it shifts our focus from what we lack to the blessings we have. In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Paul reminds us to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God.” This command isn’t conditional; it calls us to cultivate a heart of thankfulness regardless of our situations. By embracing gratitude, we foster a spirit of positivity that can impact not only our lives but also those around us.
Consider
Consider the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17:11-19. While all ten were healed, only one returned to give thanks to Jesus. This story illustrates that gratitude is a choice. The returning leper recognized the significance of his healing and expressed his appreciation, which highlights an essential aspect of gratitude: acknowledging the source of our blessings.
What if?
What if we made gratitude a daily practice? Imagine waking up each morning with a mindset rooted in thankfulness. This shift can change how we perceive challenges, relationships, and even our own self-worth. Gratitude opens the door to joy and peace, allowing us to see God’s hand in every aspect of our lives.
Solution
To cultivate a heart of gratitude, consider participating in the Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge. This initiative encourages individuals to intentionally express gratitude daily through three simple steps:
- Decide to Give Thanks: Make a conscious choice to look for reasons to be thankful each day.
- Feel Gratitude: Allow yourself to fully experience the emotions associated with gratitude. Acknowledge the blessings, big and small.
- Show Appreciation: Share your gratitude with others, whether through verbal affirmations, notes, or acts of kindness.
Challenge / Next Steps
Embrace the challenge to transform your outlook on life. Set aside time each day to reflect on what you are grateful for and share those thoughts with others. Consider journaling your experiences over the 70 days; this will help reinforce the habit of thankfulness.
Can I pray for you?
As you embark on this journey of gratitude, remember that prayer is a powerful tool. Pray for a heart open to recognizing God’s blessings and for the strength to express thanks genuinely. May your life reflect a spirit of gratitude that inspires others to do the same!
Challenges that help train you to be grateful
Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge https://revtrev.link/thanks
Live LIGHT 47-Day Negativity Fast Challenge https://revtrev.link/fast
Learn more about Gratitude with these Messages and Tips and tools
How GRATITUDE can help you Love God and Love Others More https://revtrev.com/livecasts/how-gratitude-helps-you-love-god-and-others-more/
What is toxic gratitude, and what is the only way to always avoid it? http://revtrev.com/living-light/what-is-toxic-gratitude-and-what-is-the-only-way-to-always-avoid-it/
How to SPOT and STOP Toxic Gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/how-to-spot-and-stop-toxic-gratitude/
Podcast – 6 Tips to Increase Gratitude https://revtrev.com/podcast/podcast-6-tips-to-increase-gratitude/
Change How you Feel With These 7 Gratitude-Building Strategies https://revtrev.com/living-light/change-how-you-feel-with-these-7-gratitude-building-strategies/
Gratitude will help bring peace to your Life https://revtrev.com/living-light/gratitude-will-help-bring-peace-to-your-life/
Why Gratitude is so important to STOP the Worry https://revtrev.com/livecasts/why-gratitude-is-so-important-to-stop-the-worry/
How to make your life better with a gratitude challenge http://revtrev.com/living-light/how-to-make-your-life-better-with-a-gratitude-challenge/
7 Reasons Gratitude Benefits You https://revtrev.com/live-light-academy/7-reasons-gratitude-benefits-you/
5 things you can do to feel gratitude in troubling times http://revtrev.com/live-light-academy/feel-gratitude-troubling-times/
Check out the inside of the Live LIGHT Gratitude Journal http://revtrev.com/living-light/check-out-the-inside-of-the-live-light-gratitude-journal/
What most people won’t tell you about gratitude https://revtrev.com/live-hopeful/what-most-people-wont-tell-you-about-gratitude/
Trust God in Uncertainty https://revtrev.com/living-light/trust-god-in-uncertainty/
How the world can see Unconquerable Hope in You https://revtrev.com/livecasts/how-the-world-can-see-unconquerable-hope-in-you/
How to THRIVE and not just Survive https://revtrev.com/living-light/how-to-thrive-and-not-just-survive/
Can My Weary Soul Rejoice Again? https://revtrev.com/livecasts/can-my-weary-soul-rejoice-again/
Links to Gratitude Challenge Live Casts
Celebrating the 70-Day Gratitude Challenge https://revtrev.com/livecasts/celebrating-the-70-day-gratitude-challenge/
I am thankful for God’s perfect timing https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-thankful-for-gods-perfect-timing/
I show appreciation for what I feel thankful for https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-show-appreciation-for-what-i-feel-thankful-for/
I find strength in gratitude to stand firm in faith http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-find-strength-in-gratitude-to-stand-firm-in-faith/
When I laugh my circumstances become more bearable https://revtrev.com/livecasts/when-i-laugh-my-circumstances-become-more-bearable/
The more grateful I am, the more reasons I find to be thankful http://revtrev.com/livecasts/the-more-grateful-i-am-the-more-reasons-i-find-to-be-thankful/
I gratefully trust in God’s promises https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-gratefully-trust-in-gods-promises/
Sunsets remind me to be thankful to God for life http://revtrev.com/livecasts/sunsets-remind-me-to-be-thankful-to-god-for-life/
I celebrate God’s generosity https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-celebrate-gods-generosity/
My life overflows with gratitude for God and appreciation of others http://revtrev.com/podcast/my-life-overflows-with-gratitude-for-god-and-appreciation-of-others/
My life is full of blessings and I am hopeful http://revtrev.com/livecasts/my-life-is-full-of-blessings-and-i-am-hopeful/
I am thankful my life is fulfilling because I am loved http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-thankful-my-life-is-fulfilling-because-i-am-loved/
A humble heart is a thankful heart, a thankful heart is a humble heart http://revtrev.com/livecasts/a-humble-heart-is-a-thankful-heart-a-thankful-heart-is-a-humble-heart/
I feel gratitude for God’s wisdom and guidance https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-feel-gratitude-for-gods-wisdom-and-guidance/
I give thanks with my whole heart https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-give-thanks-with-my-whole-heart/
Testimony leads to gratitude because God is so good https://revtrev.com/livecasts/testimony-leads-to-gratitude-because-god-is-so-good/
My day begins and ends with gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/my-day-begins-and-ends-with-gratitude/
A thankful heart is a faithful heart https://revtrev.com/livecasts/a-thankful-heart-is-a-faithful-heart/
My blessings from the Lord are as abundant as the stars http://revtrev.com/livecasts/my-blessings-from-the-lord-are-as-abundant-as-the-stars/
Limited resources increase my thankfulness https://revtrev.com/livecasts/limited-resources-increase-my-thankfulness/
As I count my blessings I know I am blessed http://revtrev.com/livecasts/as-i-count-my-blessings-i-know-i-am-blessed/
I appreciate my travel experiences http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-appreciate-my-travel-experiences/
I treasure life’s little moments https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-treasure-lifes-little-moments/
I take time to reflect on my blessings https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-take-time-to-reflect-on-my-blessings/
I take small steps in life and appreciate the time I have http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-take-small-steps-in-life-and-appreciate-the-time-i-have/
Gratitude is a sacred practice https://revtrev.com/livecasts/gratitude-is-a-sacred-practice/
I see the best in others and appreciate them for it http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-see-the-best-in-others-and-appreciate-them-for-it/
I give thanks for 10 things I feel thankful for today http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-give-thanks-for-10-things-i-feel-thankful-for-today/
I receive appreciation easily and with gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-receive-appreciation-easily-and-with-gratitude/
I practice gratitude daily because it’s God’s will I give thanks always http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-practice-gratitude-daily-because-its-gods-will-i-give-thanks-always/
I have an attitude of gratitude because God is so good http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-have-an-attitude-of-gratitude-because-god-is-so-good/
I give thanks daily for God’s presence in my life http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-give-thanks-daily-for-gods-presence-in-my-life/
I appreciate the gratitude of others https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-appreciate-the-gratitude-of-others/
Why You Need To Have and How to Have Well Healed Wounds http://revtrev.com/livecasts/why-you-need-to-have-and-how-to-have-well-healed-wounds/
I feel gratitude for simple blessings https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-feel-gratitude-for-simple-blessings/
I express appreciation for the thoughtfulness of others https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-express-appreciation-for-the-thoughtfulness-of-others/
I experience gratitude daily https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-experience-gratitude-daily/
I experience feelings of happiness each day https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-experience-feelings-of-happiness-each-day/
I enjoy each one of the many gifts that God has blessed me with http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-enjoy-each-one-of-the-many-gifts-that-god-has-blessed-me-with/
I create a state of generous gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-create-a-state-of-generous-gratitude/
I celebrate the small wins with gratitude and joy https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-celebrate-the-small-wins-with-gratitude-and-joy/
I can sit back and view all the wondrous things God has done for me http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-can-sit-back-and-view-all-the-wondrous-things-god-has-done-for-me/
I sing in the shelter of His wings https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-sing-in-the-shelter-of-his-wings/
I appreciate the anticipation of new things in my life http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-appreciate-the-anticipation-of-new-things-in-my-life/
Songbirds always start the day with a song https://revtrev.com/livecasts/songbirds-always-start-the-day-with-a-song/
I thank God for the path He has me on http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-thank-god-for-the-path-he-has-me-on/
Another day in this world is truly a gift https://revtrev.com/livecasts/another-day-in-this-world-is-truly-a-gift/
Happiness happens when I feel gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/happiness-happens-when-i-feel-gratitude/
I am so very grateful for today https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-so-very-grateful-for-today/
I am grateful for the blessings of God that I experience daily http://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-grateful-for-the-blessings-of-god-that-i-experience-daily/
I am grateful for all that I have https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-grateful-for-all-that-i-have/
I am full of gratitude https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-full-of-gratitude/
I am filled with gratitude for God today https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-filled-with-gratitude-for-god-today/
I am blessed https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-am-blessed/
The beauty of creation makes me feel so blessed https://revtrev.com/livecasts/the-beauty-of-creation-makes-me-feel-so-blessed/
I choose to feel blessed despite what I am going through https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-choose-to-feel-blessed-despite-what-i-am-going-through/
I kindly accept others blessing me https://revtrev.com/livecasts/i-kindly-accept-others-blessing-me/
As I humble myself before God he lifts me up https://revtrev.com/livecasts/as-i-humble-myself-before-god-he-lifts-me-up/
Gratitude transforms my life https://revtrev.com/livecasts/gratitude-transforms-my-life/