Two Truths and Lie about Giving Thanks | Christian Thanksgiving 2021

Today is a public holiday to commemorate a bountiful harvest, unite cultures together, and recount the blessings of a year gone by. Sitting among loved ones today, or wherever you are in the world, we’re reminded to cultivate an attitude of thanksgiving. In these times of heightened anxiety and depression, a practice of gratitude is especially vital. Gratitude is well researched to improve our mental health and well-being, but it’s not only positive psychology, it’s the Lord’s instruction for us. He admonishes us to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thess 5:18), to thank Him in whatever we do (Col 3:17), and to practice thankfulness in each day He’s made (Ps 118:24). Listen to the rest of Amber Thiessen's article today as she encourages you to practice daily thankfulness.   DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE WORKSHEET TO GO ALONG WITH THIS EPISODE Go to our website to read Amber's entire Essay Find more articles and essays written by mothers just like you as they share stories and reflections about how they grow spiritually in Christ in the midst of motherhood. www.mommatheologians.com Join our community on Instagram @mommatheologians Follow our page on Facebook @mommatheologians ___________ Amber Thiessen Amber loves equipping women to navigate the chaos and calm of life’s changes by applying the gospel to everyday moments. After six years in East Africa as church planters, they’re back on the Canadian prairies where her husband serves as pastor. They have three children. You'll find her hiding behind a book, exploring with her family in the woods, or writing on her blog, In The Vine. Connect with Amber on Facebook or Instagram @thiessenamber ___________ If this episode resonated with you in any way, would you share it with a friend? We would be delighted if you took a few minutes to leave a rating and review. These truly help to make the podcast more searchable and accessible so that other mothers like you can be encouraged to deepen their relationship with Christ in the midst of motherhood. We cherish and appreciate every single one.