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The Alex McFarland Show-Episode 138-Why Gratitude?

December 02, 2024 • Alex McFarland • Season 1 • Episode 138

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Why should we cultivate gratitude in our lives? On this week’s episode of The Alex McFarland Show, Alex discusses seven reasons to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and what the Bible says about this topic. This episode is packed with scriptures to encourage and equip you to praise the living God with a thankful heart.

7 Reasons to Cultivate a Spirit of Gratitude:

It is God’s will. (1Thess. 5:18)
God is Good. (Psalm 107:1
Gratitude is commanded and expected by our Maker. (Col. 3:17)
It will enhance your prayer life. (Col. 4:2)
Everything God is doing or allowing in your life is ultimately good and for your good. (James 1:7)
For the Bible. He has shown us all things for life and godliness. (2 Peter 1:3)
Gratitude on earth is proactive for the appreciation you will show when you see Jesus face to face. (Psalm 100:4)

Scriptures:

Malachi 3

Hebrews 13

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Psalm 100:4, 107:1, 136:1, 119:62 & 164

1 Chronicles 16:34

James 1:17

Colossians 3:17, 4:2

Ephesians 5:20

Luke 18:1

Romans 8:28

2 Peter 1:3