JEFF TURNER

Nothing moves us to gratitude quite like personal blessing.

When God steps into our individual stories – showing us that he has provided for our needs, showing us the difference between wants and needs – suddenly thankfulness flows more freely. It’s like the difference between hearing about rain and feeling it on your skin. When blessing gets personal, it gets real. But here’s the challenge: can we learn to be just as grateful for the blessings others receive? Can we celebrate God’s goodness even when we’re not the primary beneficiary?

True maturity in gratitude means rejoicing in all of God’s works, not just the ones that directly benefit us.

Philippians 4:19 tells us, “God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” When we, or others are blessed, God is the ultimate provider. And while we may confuse wants and necessities, or not be aware of the blessings being bestowed, we can trust Him to meet all of our needs.