A Thankful Heart
- Joselyn Jenkins
- Oct 15
- 3 min read
Updated: Oct 17
Gratitude is more than a response to visible blessings—it’s a heart attitude that recognizes God’s goodness at all times. Even in challenges, we can say, “Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His mercy endures forever” (Psalm 136:1).
When we learn to give thanks not only for what God does but for who He is, our perspective changes. Gratitude opens the door to peace, joy, and trust in His faithfulness.
Give Thanks in All Things
The Word of God teaches: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
This doesn’t mean we thank God for pain or loss, but that we can thank Him in the midst of any situation, knowing He remains faithful and is working all things for our good.
Gratitude in hard times is an expression of faith. It tells God, “I trust You even when I don’t understand everything right now.” When we give thanks in the middle of trials, our hearts grow stronger, and God’s presence becomes more tangible.
I’ve learned that gratitude changes the atmosphere. A thankful heart doesn’t focus on what’s missing but on the abundance of what God has already done. When we look back and remember His faithfulness, our faith is renewed to keep moving forward.
Personal Testimony
I used to complain a lot; I saw myself as a victim. I lived in fear and spoke from that place. I had many natural reasons to complain, but deep inside my heart, there was also unforgiveness, anger, resentment, and offence.
However, when I learned to practice gratitude, my life began to change. Today I give thanks in all things, not necessarily for all things, but through every situation—because I know my God will never leave me nor forsake me.
Now I know who I am: I am His daughter. I am no longer desolate but deeply loved. Staying connected to His love, His Word, and His presence has given me peace and strength. Gratitude has taught me to see life from heaven’s perspective, not from the pain of the past.
Cultivating a Thankful Heart Every Day
A grateful heart doesn’t appear overnight; it grows through daily choices. Gratitude is a discipline that transforms our perspective and draws us closer to God’s presence.
Here are some simple yet powerful ways to cultivate it:
Start your day with thanks. Before checking your phone or starting your tasks, take a moment to thank God for a new day, for breath, and for His unfailing love.
Remember His faithfulness. Write down blessings, answered prayers, or even moments when God gave you peace in difficult times. A gratitude journal helps you see how present He has been.
Thank Him in the small things. Gratitude grows when we notice God’s hand in the ordinary—sunlight, laughter, friendship, provision, or rest.
Turn complaints into worship. Whenever you feel like complaining, stop and whisper a prayer: “Lord, thank You because You are with me even now.” That simple shift changes everything.
Share your gratitude. Express appreciation to others. A thankful heart is contagious and reflects the love of Christ wherever we go.
Prayer of Gratitude
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your goodness, Your mercy, and Your endless love. Thank You for being with me in every season—both in joy and in trial. Teach me to live with a grateful heart and to see Your hand in all things. When challenges arise, help me to remember that You are faithful and that Your plans for me are good. I thank You for who You are—my Saviour, my Shepherd, my constant Friend. Today, I choose gratitude. I prefer to praise You, not because everything is perfect, but because who You are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.🙌🙌
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