Packages & Gifts

Good Day To You,

According to a recent National Institute of Mental Health report, more than one in five U.S. adults live with a mental illness in one form or another. And young adults 18-28 years old are at an all-time highest level of issues and trauma. At the same time a number of health research studies show that there is something that each person can do to address some of the significant underlying emotional and mental health issues.  It’s active gratitude. Gratitude is more than just saying thank you after a meal. Gratitude is an attitude and posture of mind and heart. Gratitude encompasses humility coupled with thankfulness. 

Studies show that gratitude lowers cortisol levels in the body, and also releases oxytocin and endorphins, which are positive brain chemicals that bring emotional balance for our well-being. Being grateful helps lower blood pressure and blood sugar levels, contributing to better health of mind and body.

And he gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” James 4:6

When you and I give thanks, recall and declare the many things that God has done in our lives, our mind and soulmove into a posture of humility, appreciation, and thankfulness. By doing so we release more grace into our lives, for humility leads to greater grace. He gives grace to the humble. In the original language the word grace is defined as “gifts,” benefits that are placed into our lives by the hand of God. In this harsh world, we all need an increase of gifts of grace.  And this verse says he will give it generously. That’s our father’s nature. No wonder science has found that gratitude is good for us physically, emotionally, mentally and psychologically. They’re not discovering something new. They’re just confirming God’s design. 

Choose today to be grateful. Foster that attitude of heart and see fresh grace come your way. 

Q: As you pause, what can you be thankful for today for seeing God’s hand at work in your life?