The Gift Of Gratitude

  “…it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth; this defiles a person.” (Matt. 15:11)

Gratitude is an

“…in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thess. 5:18)

1. Gratitude is the of Christ.

“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. (Col. 3:15)

1. Gratitude is the to Relationships

“I always thank my God for you because of His grace given you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Cor. 1:4)

1. Gratitude in the of Adversity.

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (Jas. 1:2-4)

“The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” (Ps. 28:7)

& it Forward.