As we move through this season, we’re invited once again to reflect on gratitude — not as a holiday theme, but as a way of life. Scripture reminds us to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). That little word all can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to give thanks when life is going well, when joy is abundant and blessings are clear. But what about the days when gratitude doesn’t come naturally? What about the moments when we are tired, worried, or hurting?
