It’s not always easy to be grateful, but experts are recommending that daily gratitude is one healthy approach to making it through difficult times. It is important to acknowledge the gifts God has given to you. Try thanking God for one thing each day during the month. Start each prayer of gratitude with “Thank you God for . . .”
Day 1 – my family (name family members).
Day 2 – essential workers and their faithful service.
Day 3 – the leaders in my church (list at least two by name).
Day 4 – the opportunity to worship you.
Day 5 – elected leaders who strive for peace.
Day 6 – forgiving me.
Day 7 – providing shelter and a home.
Day 8 – the people who serve in ministry and think they go unnoticed like (name someone like this).
Day 9 – reliable transportation that gets me where I need to go.
Day 10 – rest, even when it feels like I don’t get enough.
Day 11 – servicemen and -women who serve in our armed forces.
Day 12 – food producers who labor so I can eat and be filled.
Day 13 – the administrators and staff who educate the children in my community.
Day 14 – clothes that keep me warm.
Day 15 – providing a paycheck so I can provide for others.
Day 16 – music that lifts me up and praises you.
Day 17 – a bed to sleep in.
Day 18 – heating and air-conditioning that keep me safe in all seasons.
Day 19 – technology that keeps me in contact with those I love.
Day 20 – laughter.
Day 21 – books and the freedom to read them.
Day 22 – undeserved grace in my life.
Day 23 – people who keep me humble.
Day 24 – challenging situations because they cause me to rely on you.
Day 25 – shoes that fit.
Day 26 – hot, running water.
Day 27 – quiet moments whenever and wherever they happen.
Day 28 – children and pets.
Day 29 – peace in my country.
Day 30 - good infrastructure
Day 31 – the never-ending, unfailing love you have for me, even when I find it hard to be grateful.
