As we begin the advent season, how can we not contemplate Mary’s journey in the final days of her pregnancy. Her journey mirrors ours as we prepare our hearts for Christmas. Take some time today to reflect on what sacred longings are in your heart. What are the joys you long for?
What are the joys you are currently experiencing? How do I maintain the balance and lean towards gratitude during uncertain times not falling into the spiral of fear?
Lord, every day can be our yes, our Fiat, like Mary allowing your love to be born in our heart. Help me say yes today out of love for you. Amen
Hearing of your faith in the Lord jesus and of your love for all the holy ones, I do not cease giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation resulting in knowledge of him. May the eyes of your hearts be enlightened, that you may know what is the hope that belongs to his call, what are the riches of glory in his inheritance among the holy ones, and what is the surpassing greatness of his power for us who believe, in accord with the exercise of his great might, which he worked in Christ, raising him from the dead and seating him at his right hand in the heavens.
Ephesians 115-20
God of all thankfulness,
you invite us to rejoice in the blessings
we receive your presence in our lives.
May we return thanks for all that you have given us and witness your love in the world.
A beautiful prayer for our Thanksgiving meal can express gratitude for the blessings we have received.
Heavenly Father,
We gather together today to give You thanks for the many blessings You have bestowed upon us. We thank You for this meal, for the hands that prepared it, and for the love that surrounds us.
As we share this food, may we also share our love and kindness with one another. Bless our time together, and may it strengthen our bonds as family and friends.
This past Sunday, we celebrated Christ the King and ended the liturgical year. Who is Christ for you? Is he the sovereign king that you cherish and obey when times are only good? We are called to let him sit on the throne of our heart always and we can do this through the lens of gratitude. I love this quote: gratitude is the memory of the heart – St. Mary Euphrasia Pelletier. Let us remember today and always!
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3:17
Thank you Lord, in every task, big or small, you draw me to do it with a thankful heart. Let me listen to your voice that encourages me to see every moment as an opportunity to action and give thanks. Amen
Do you remember to express gratitude in every situation? This is actually what God ordains for us, a heart full of thankfulness.
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1Thessalonians 5:18
Gracious God,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude, giving thanks in all circumstances, for this is Your will for us in Christ Jesus. We acknowledge Your presence in every moment of our lives, both in times of joy and in times of challenge.
Thank You for the blessings that brighten our days and for the trials that strengthen our faith. In every situation, we see Your hand at work, guiding us, teaching us, and drawing us closer to You.
Help us to maintain a spirit of gratitude, no matter what we face. May we always remember that Your love and grace are sufficient for us. Teach us to trust in Your perfect plan and to find peace in Your will.
We thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, through whom we have received salvation and the promise of eternal life. In Him, we find our hope, our joy, and our reason to give thanks.
May our lives be a testament to Your goodness and a reflection of Your love. Let our hearts overflow with thanksgiving, and may we always seek to glorify You in all that we do.
As we navigate through our daily lives, it’s essential to pause and give thanks for the blessings we receive. Start your day by acknowledging the enduring goodness and love of the Lord. No matter the circumstances, His love remains constant.
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Psalm 107:1
We come before You with hearts overflowing with gratitude. We give thanks to You, LORD, for You are good, and Your love endures forever. Your goodness is beyond measure, and Your love is steadfast and unchanging.
Thank You for the countless blessings You have poured into our lives. For the gift of life, for the love of family and friends, for the beauty of creation, and for the daily provisions that sustain us, we are deeply grateful.
In moments of joy and in times of trial, Your love remains our constant source of strength and comfort. We thank You for Your faithfulness, for hearing our prayers, and for guiding us with Your wisdom.
May our lives be a continuous offering of thanks and praise to You. Help us to always remember Your goodness and to share Your love with others. Let our hearts be filled with gratitude, not just today, but every day.
We praise Your holy name and give You all the glory, now and forever.
I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving.
Psalm 69:30
Heavenly Father, we lift our voices in praise and thanksgiving. Your name is worthy of all glory and honor. As we gather together, may our songs and prayers reflect the gratitude we feel for Your boundless love and mercy. Amen.
Smitten With Goodness 