The thank-you note

A small thank you can go a long way.

Jenn Pooler on February 24, 2016

When thankfulness isn’t appealing

Does gratitude ever crush you, feeling like an obligation that’s too much to bear?

Bethany McIlrath on November 20, 2015

Tis the season to be grateful

When I acknowledge that it's all God's, and that all gifts come from Him, then I become more grateful for everything that God has richly given to me.

Janelle Keith on November 26, 2014

A mom’s thankfulness

“I am Thankful For… a God who cares so much for me that he patiently listens to what I want, but then wisely decides to give me what I need.”

Jo Bender on November 25, 2014

Thanksgiving and the Will of God

I’m beginning to discover there’s a difference between giving thanks and having a thankful heart.

Ray Hollenbach on November 24, 2014

Guard your heart – Depression prevention part 2

Last week I got my annual flu shot. I’m late, but better late than never. I’m also washing my hands more. I want to do whatever I can to prevent getting ill. As women, we’re told to get yearly mammograms and do regular breast exams so that we will have the best chance at early detection of breast cancer. We’re told to eat a diet high in fiber…

Leslie Vernick on August 12, 2014

Finding thankfulness in time for Thanksgiving

1 more page of empty lines left in my journal. I don’t know about you, but my journal is my lifeblood – to process, pray and simply record. So this nearing-the-end thing is a cause for panic, a race to the nearest Barnes & Noble. But it’s also a time to reminisce. As I turn back to page 1, memories come alive: On Jan. 17th, I noticed…

Heidi Anderson on November 26, 2013