Gratitude.
Everyone has it during the month of November. You've seen the daily "I'm thankful for" posts and the #grateful hashtag. Everyone remembers to count their blessings, be thankful for what they have, and give to those in need. But then, December happens and people tend to get swept up in the season of giving (and receiving), traveling, and those can't-resist holiday indulgences (cookie, anyone?). Somehow, by the time the New Year rolls around, we're all ready for a break. We crave a fresh start, a new-and-improved lifestyle, and time to breathe, and we resolve to make changes. Sound familiar? I want to break out of this cycle. I want to find ways to keep that spirit of gratitude in our hearts and minds all year long.
I've been reading through a few She Reads Truth plans on YouVersion these past few weeks and, though I've read it before, these verses really resonated with me:
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
After reading them over a few times, I wrote the following note to myself: Give thanks always.
It's that simple. In my vision for this year, I wrote that I want to live a life of gratitude, love, and grace. It starts with gratitude. So, hanging in our kitchen is a little gratitude list-nothing fancy-just a way for us to thank God for his goodness to us and be grateful every day. I created a free printable version for you, too! Just download the PDF file below, print on an 8.5 x 11" piece of paper or cardstock, hang in your home or office, and start making your very own gratitude list. Enjoy, y'all! And give thanks always.
