A Thankful Heart

In the light of God’s presence, we find that what once went unnoticed is made clear. He has deposited his goodness in our lives; He has not overlooked anyone in His mercy. When we ask God to give us eyes to see where he is working in our lives, we can be sure that we will find Him.

Gratefulness is a practice. As we stop comparing our lives to others and begin to cultivate thankfulness for what is already good in our lives, we will find our hearts attuned to the frequency of gratitude. Small joys are not insignificant. They add up to a glorious inheritance if we start counting. May we appreciate both the seemingly trivial and the significant blessings that fill our lives.

Good God, I want to see my life through your eyes. I have to believe that there is goodness to be found because you are present with me. Give me your perspective. Help me to look for your kindness in my life like I am searching for treasure. When I find it, I want to store it in my heart with the wrappings of gratitude.