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Gratitude is a choice. If we fail to chose it, by default we choose ingratitude. And once allowed into the heart, ingratitude does not come by itself but with a lot of other seedy companions that only succeed in stealing joy. To not choose gratitude - daily and deliberately - is more costly than we usually realize. And when we do choose a lifestyle of heartfelt, humble gratitude, we are mindful of the benefits received from our gracious Savior and those He has placed around us.

Nicole Avant—diplomat, philanthropist, filmmaker—grew up surrounded by some of the most extraordinary artists of our time: Bill Withers, Oprah Winfrey, Quincy Jones, Sidney Poitier. Her parents—entertainment mogul, Clarence Avant, and legendary philanthropist, Jacqueline Avant—turned their home into a place of refuge and inspiration for a generation of geniuses. Nicole drew on that magical upbringing to create a stellar career in the music business, become the U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas, and produce critically acclaimed award-winning films and documentaries.

What is gratitude? Where does it come from? Why do we need it? How does it change us? In Gratitude, award-winning author Cornelius Plantinga explores these questions and more. Celebrating the role of gratitude in our lives, Plantinga makes the case that it is the very key to understanding our relationships with one another, the world around us, and God. Going deeper than mindfulness and positive psychology, Plantinga explores gratitude in a theologically informed and pastorally sensitive way.

Throughout history we have tried to make sense of the world that we inhabit and how we can navigate through the tension of all that is good and broken in this life. Yet most of our attempts to avoid loss simply lead to greater anxiety—an unresolved fear that we will eventually lose what we most love and need. Weaving a rich tapestry of Christian tradition and personal illustrations, Hyun offers Christianity as a true and compelling vision for life that faithfully points the way through loss to true beauty.

Each moment that you’re given is a precious gift from God. You can choose to have a thankful attitude and live each moment full of joy, simply because God is good. In The Power of Thank You, renowned Bible teacher and number one New York Times best-selling author Joyce Meyer encourages us to take a look at ourselves and the importance of being thankful.

In this 365-day devotional, Joyce offers an inspiring message that will spark an attitude of gratitude in our hearts. Through uplifting Scripture, she illustrates God's never-ending love, inexhaustible grace, and always-accessible presence in our lives. As we develop a renewed outlook, we will better recognize and be further blessed by God's abundant goodness.

This book is designed for you to become aware of how your thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and the statements you use shape your life. The state you are in influences the statements you are repeating to yourself, which eventually become your beliefs.

Calling the super busy, the stressed out, the overtired. You know you're made for a more fulfilling life. With this audiobook, you’ll know where to start. You wake up tired. Your to-do list is too long. The commitments - and the laundry - are piling up, but your energy keeps dwindling. You feel like you're simply making it through the days, not living or enjoying any part of them. In Say Goodbye to Survival Mode, you'll find both practical ideas and big-picture perspective that will inspire you to live life on purpose.

This book invites you to explore gratitude through the lens of Christian teachings, practical applications, and reflections from saints and modern Christian leaders. It seeks to inspire a deeper spiritual connection and a more joyful, fulfilling life rooted in thanksgiving.

Do you know that if you list as few as three things a day you are grateful for, it will change your heart? Your list can be as simple as a good night’s sleep, a warm bed, and a roof over your head. This 40-day adventure will help you express your gratitude for blessings bestowed on you by the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Are You Grateful? Gratitude Living: Science, Scripture, and Testimonials Confirm Its Power is an inspiring exploration of how gratitude can transform every facet of your life. Combining the latest research with spiritual insights and moving personal testimonies, this book demonstrates the power of gratitude to uplift your spirit, strengthen your faith, and bring peace to your heart.

Even Now I Know is a vivid picture of a family of faith navigating through a myriad of emotions, challenges, heartache, and frustration. In it, Dr. Michael Bullock shares his creative perspective on the conversations surrounding the biblical story of Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and Jesus.

During a season of transition in my life, I found myself overwhelmed with negative emotions like self-pity and a complaining spirit. It was as if a dark cloud had descended over me. I prayed and asked God for wisdom on how to overcome these negative emotions. As I did, I sensed Him leading me to do a 21 day gratitude challenge. Over the course of the 21 days, God began to change me as I spent intentional time being grateful for all I had been given.

No end of books these days offer us techniques for self-improvement. Taking a different tack, Robin Phillips shows that God meets us where we are, in the pain and heartache of the present moment. Instead of looking for a way to escape from hardship, we can cultivate an attitude of gratitude, peace, and self-acceptance that will transform our experience of suffering.

All are keen to know God in the power of His resurrection, but what do we do when we are called also to share with Him in the fellowship of suffering? Where is God in the heartbreak and disappointment? When your life is turned upside down? Where do you turn in the deep darkness of loss and grief? In Blessed: A Journey through Grief to Gratitude, the author shares a frank and personal story of finding true joy on the other side of great loss.

Amidst the joyous season and after enduring challenging times, let us embrace the profound connection between gratitude and the cultivation of a compassionate heart. "Gratitude is The Pathway Towards a Tender Heart" extends an invitation to embark on a journey of introspection and growth, unveiling the transformative power of thankfulness in our lives.

This collection of prayers by noted Hebrew Bible scholar Walter Brueggemann can be used in both public worship and private devotion. These prayers run the gamut from particular days in the church year to special moments in the lives of worshiping communities to events playing out on the world stage. In all cases, the prayers show us how God accompanies us through all the moments and stages of our life, bringing us the joys of life even amid a broken and hurting world and especially offering a joyous calling in Christ to serve that world.

Are you living life to the fullest? Or are you merely surviving from day to day? One way to live life to the fullest is to live each day with a grateful heart. In this audiobook, we share 21 stories of gratitude to give you encouragement and hope in your own journey. Gratitude is possible! Even though many times we cannot change our circumstances, we can change the way we see them. We can ask God to empower us to change our thoughts. Our prayer for you is that you find encouragement within these words.

기독교출판문화상을 저자 전광 목사의 『행복의 문을 여는 열쇠, 평생감사』. 감사할수록 감사할 이유가 늘어나는 놀라운 감사 법칙의 비밀을 공개하고 있다.

Tales of Gratitude is a collection of positive short stories with happy endings that will inspire thankfulness in the young and the young at heart. Tom Klobucher's stories are a touching and optimistic take on the American Dream. Each of his heroes confronts towering obstacles and overwhelming odds with little more than the support of their families, their sheer determination, and their ever-grateful spirits.