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Novena of Gratitude – Day 7

Lord God, we do not always remember to thank You as we ought for all You have done for us and given us. We praise You for Your goodness and offer our prayers of thanksgiving to You today for all You have done for us and given us.

It can be very difficult for us to suffer well and to offer all that we suffer to You. But we should strive each day to unite our sufferings to You and to even be thankful that You have allowed us the privilege of imitating You and of joining You in Your sufferings.

We thank You for all of Your blessings, and we particularly thank You today for allowing us to share in Your sufferings!

Help us to grow in imitation of You in our lives, even when it is very difficult. Help us to serve You more faithfully each day.

And I especially pray in this novena (mention your intentions here).

Lord, hear our prayers!

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

Amen.

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Novena of Gratitude – Day 1

Lord God, we do not always remember to thank You as we ought for all You have done for us and given us. We praise You for Your goodness and offer our prayers of thanksgiving to You today for all You have done for us and given us.

You did not have to create man or any of creation. Out of Your goodness, You chose to create the world and to make man in Your own image. You have given each of us life in order that we might know, love, and serve You.

We thank You for all of Your blessings, and we particularly thank You today for giving us life!

Help us to grow in gratitude each day, in every circumstance. Help us to grow closer to You each day of our lives.

And I especially pray in this novena (mention your intentions here).

Lord, hear our prayers!

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. 

Amen.

Learn more at Pray More Novenas

The phrase “attitude of gratitude” has gained popularity across social media, workplaces, and communities, serving as a reminder to foster gratitude amidst a chaotic world. For Christians, this concept aligns with biblical teachings. Scripture, such as 1 Thessalonians 5:18, encourages giving thanks in all circumstances as God’s will for us.

Unlike the world’s arbitrary use of the phrase, the Bible acknowledges both suffering and joy, emphasizing that true gratitude comes through Christ’s victory on the cross. We can’t be grateful in everything by our own strength, but through the Spirit, we can develop a heart inclined toward gratitude.

Having an attitude of gratitude means consistently expressing appreciation for both big and small things. This idea, though not new, has gained traction due to rising fears and stressors. Christians can embrace this concept, but it’s crucial to remember that our gratitude stems from Jesus’ victory over sin and death. This helps us see God’s goodness, count our blessings, and endure tough times.

Lord, you call us to have a grateful heart and foster a grateful attitude. Help us recognize the power of thankfulness for everything we have and experience. Remind us to overflow with thankfulness because of Jesus, focusing on His goodness regardless of our circumstances. Amen

God finds, amid the crowd, a few people who follow Him, just to be near Him, just to dwell in His presence. A longing in the Eternal Heart may be satisfied by these few people. I will let God know that I seek just to dwell in His presence, to be near Him, not so much for teaching or a message, as just for Him. It may be that the longing of the human heart to be loved for itself is something caught from the Great Divine Heart.

Lord, I pray that I may have a listening ear, so that God may speak to me. I pray that I may have a waiting heart, so that God may come to me. Amen

Thank you, Lord, for the blessings you have bestowed on my life. You have provided me with more than I could ever have imagined. You have surrounded me with people who always look out for me. You have given me family and friends who bless me every day with kind words and actions. They lift me up in ways that keep my eyes focused on you and make my spirit soar.

Also, thank you, Lord, for keeping me safe. You protect me from those things that seem to haunt others. You help me make better choices and provide me with advisors to help me with life’s difficult decisions. You speak to me in so many ways so that I always know you are here.

And Lord, I am so grateful for keeping those around me safe and loved. I hope that you provide me with the ability and sense to show them every day how much they matter. I hope that you give me the ability to give to them the same kindness they have provided to me.

I am extremely grateful for all of your blessings in my life, Lord. I pray that you remind me of just how blessed I am and that you never allow me to forget to show my gratitude in prayer and return acts of kindness.

– By Kelli Mahoney

To pray is to regain a sense of the mystery that animates all beings,
the divine margin in all attainments.
Prayer is our humble answer to the inconceivable surprise of living.
It is all we can offer in return.
Who is worthy to be present at the constant unfolding of time?
Here we are amidst the meditation of the land, the songs of the water, the humility of the flowers,
flowers wiser than all alphabets –
Suddenly we feel embarrassed,
ashamed of our complaints and clashes in the face of tacit glory.
How strange we are in the world!
Only one response can maintain us:
gratefulness for the gift of our unearned chance to serve, to wonder, to love life and each other.
It is gratefulness which makes our small souls great.

– By Abraham Joshua Heschel, the rabbi, scholar, and philosopher

Loving Lord,
As I express my gratitude to you in prayer, may it be a pleasing, joyful sound to you.
Thank you, Lord, for your love. It brings me acceptance and significance.
Thank you, Lord, for your truth. It brings me guidance and direction.
Thank you, Lord, for your mercy. It brings me help and comfort.
Thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness. It brings me stability and strength.
Thank you, Lord, for your beauty displayed on the earth. It brings me joy and delight.
Thank you, Lord, for your way of redemption – the cross. It brings me salvation and regeneration.

– By Beth McLendon of Inspirational-prayers.com