In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 1 Thes 5:18
All those who accepted Jesus as their saviour, they all are in Christ. and it is the will of God the Father for such to be thankful.
There are many verses in Bible that tells us to give thanks.
Besides bible, there are lots research and articles that informs us about the benefits of being a thankful person.
A thankful person is...
• Less depressed,
• Can sleep better,
• Excel in educational field,
• Have a quality friendship,
• Have better perspective towards life.
Basically, gratitude is good you.
how to form a attitude of graditude?
here are some suggestions,
create pathways
"As you think, you change rthe structure of your brain." Dr. Caroline Leaf (Neuroscientist)
we have a choice in what we think about, so lets allow the thoughts of gratefulness to fill our minds.
Choose five things
Make a daily habit to say or write five things you are thankful for. you can do it any time of the day.
Set a gratitude alarm
choose different times in the day. when the alarm goes off, ask God to bring to your mind the blessings and gifts in your life and thank HIm.
Tell someone, everyday
Talk to someone about what you are thankful for, maybe its their friendship, the nature, powerful moment with God, or an unexpected blessings you recvieved. saying it makes it more real.
Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift. 2 Cor 9:15
