Key Scripture: Colossians 3:17

Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Devotional

A grateful life is cultivated, not accidental. Rooted in Christ, we learn a rhythm of noticing, naming, and narrating God’s goodness in all we do.

Gratitude and contentment walk hand in hand. As we abide in Jesus, we discover enoughness in Him that frees us from comparison and hurry.

Thankfulness turns ordinary moments into altars—meals into communion, chores into worship, work into witness. With hearts tuned to praise, our lives become invitations to trust the Giver.

End this month leaning forward into a lifestyle of thanksgiving. Let your words, work, and worship say, ‘Jesus is worthy,’ and may others join the song.

Scripture Insight

Colossians 3:17 frames today’s focus on gratitude within real life. Read it slowly, note a word or phrase that stands out, and ask how abiding and abounding in gratitude can start with your next thought, word, or action.

Heart Check

Where am I resisting abiding and abounding in gratitude because of hurry, habit, or hurt? What would surrender look like in my tone, choices, or expectations today?

Practice Today

• Pray a one‑line thanksgiving: “Father, thank You for abiding and abounding in gratitude today.”
• List three specific graces you can see right now (no repeats from yesterday).
• Speak one sentence of gratitude to someone you interact with today.
• Take a 3‑minute pause to breathe, notice, and whisper thanks for God’s presence.

Reflection: In which ordinary place could abiding and abounding in gratitude most change your attitude today?

Prayer: Father, cultivate abiding and abounding in gratitude in me. Open my eyes to Your gifts, steady my heart in trials, and let my gratitude overflow in words and works that honor Jesus. Amen.