Are you waiting for something out of the ordinary and miraculous to show up before giving your heartfelt gratitude?
I have news for you…While you're waiting for a miracle, you are missing hundreds of miracles that are unfolding before your very eyes. Until you learn how to be thankful for the little things, God won't be able to release more.
It's not because He doesn't want to. God wants to give you everything your heart desires. But He will always show you more of what you are looking for.
So here's a question to ask yourself. What are you looking for? Are you looking for chaos in your relationships? Are you looking for struggles in your career?
You may be surprised what answer you come up with.
This morning was nothing out of the ordinary. But I felt a rush of joy as I gave thanks for all the beautiful things in my life even before I got out of bed. Since I've been in the habit of practicing gratitude, God has brought so many miracles into my life. And I never, ever want a minute to go by without acknowledging his work in my life.
He has blessed me with a wonderful family, and a healthy mind and body. He has given me a relationship that I've always dreamed of with a man who makes me smile every time I lay eyes on him. I am amazed at the gorgeous views outside my office window and even when I drive I get a front row seat to view His breathtaking mountain views.
If I were wishing for "more" (more money, a better car, a bigger house…) I would completely miss what is in front of me right now.
What can you give thanks for in this present moment? Take 5 minutes right now, close your eyes, and just give thanks for all the simple things in your life that you may have taken for grated. Just see how good you feel! How different could your life be if you just started your day off with this practice?
