The Gratitude Series - Joy to the Soul

29 Feb

When there is much to love about life…

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Live Your Joy Story, Living With Purpose, The Gratitude Series

The shortest month of the year was a stressful month for me. The deadlines dotted across my calendar felt like boulders stacked across my shoulders. Just as I tried to adjust, sickness came and brought all my striving to a halt (thankfully, I’m much better now). But my involuntary slow...

21 Nov

Gratitude: The Joy of Having a Choice

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Live Your Joy Story, The Gratitude Series

I hope this is a day when what’s good about life gets our attention. And yet, as we pause to reflect on our blessings, we may feel some pushback from the problems in the world. But thankfulness grows within us as we consider the blessing that things are as well...

22 Nov

Why Counting Our Blessings Really Counts

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Live Your Joy Story, The Gratitude Series

As Thanksgiving Day approaches, it’s common to check for an attitude of gratitude. It’s an uplifting mindset. But it’s not always an easy emotion. We may be thankful for some aspects of our lives and feel conflicted about other areas. But the bible says, “Be thankful in all circumstances, for...

14 Nov

Living in the Grip of Gratitude

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Live Your Joy Story, The Gratitude Series

There’s a lot to say about being thankful. Since Thanksgiving is a week away, it’s likely we’ll see many ways to say it. But each day brings a variety of blessings. They come through the rhythm of our routines and in the moments that wow us. And yet, some days...

25 Nov

The Gratitude Series, 4 of 4

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The Gratitude Series

The Gratitude Test… Welcome to the fourth and final week of the Gratitude Series! We’ve looked at the power of a grateful heart, lessons from the ungrateful, and prayers of a grateful heart. So here’s the gratitude test: Are we becoming more grateful? I’ve been amazed at “the practice what...

18 Nov

The Gratitude Series, 3 of 4

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The Gratitude Series

Prayers of a grateful heart… I’ve prayed for many things. Guidance, peace, deliverance, and provision have frequented my list. Sometimes I am overwhelmed by the access we have to God. Not just access to what He does or even what He has promised to do — just access to Him....

11 Nov

The Gratitude Series, 2 of 4

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The Gratitude Series

Lessons from the Ungrateful… I began learning the importance of gratitude during my childhood. One of my most memorable lessons occurred during my cousins’ visit — something I usually enjoyed. However, this visit was different. My friend down the street had a new toy and my plans for playtime did...

04 Nov

The Gratitude Series, 1 of 4

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The Gratitude Series

The Power of A Grateful Heart… I love autumn. It is my favorite season of the year. I love the cooler weather, the colors of the leaves, and the smell of something cozy (which means almost anything with a hint of cinnamon). Since Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away,...

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Category: The Gratitude Series

When there is much to love about life…

Gratitude: The Joy of Having a Choice

Why Counting Our Blessings Really Counts

Living in the Grip of Gratitude

The Gratitude Series, 4 of 4

The Gratitude Series, 3 of 4

The Gratitude Series, 2 of 4

The Gratitude Series, 1 of 4

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