Day 4, GIFT #4 - Give the gift of gladness and gratitude for that which is all around you

"When they saw the star, they rejoiced." (Matt. 2:10

Today, look around you and take note of all the blessings that you presently enjoy, but you take for granted, and thank God for them. Also, reach out to those around you who have contributed to your blessings and thank them.

"Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great." (Matt 5:12a)

 “In everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.” (2 Thess. 5:18)

"The more often we see the things around us - even the beautiful and wonderful things - the more they become invisible to us. That is why we often take for granted the beauty of this world: the flowers, the trees, the birds, the clouds - even those we love. Because we see things so often, we see them less and less.”  - Joseph B. Wirthlin