Colossians 3:15-16 And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives.
“To be grateful is to recognize the Love of God in everything He has given us — and He has given us everything. Every breath we draw is a gift of His love, every moment of existence is a grace, for it brings with it immense graces from Him. Gratitude therefore takes nothing for granted, is never unresponsive, is constantly awakening to new wonder and to praise of the goodness of God. For the grateful person knows that God is good, not by hearsay but by experience. And that is what makes all the difference.” – Thomas Merton
Reflection
Consider what it means to always be thankful as the verse in Colossians is written and the quote from Thomas Merton suggests. We invite you to take a pen and paper and set a time for 10 minutes and write down all that you are grateful for. Let it flow from your heart to the paper without judgment. Nothing is insignificant. If you’re having trouble beginning just notice what’s around you and begin there.