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Lighten Up: Gratitude
Category: General, Lighten Up
Tags: Coffee With Jesus, Gratitude, Loss
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Gratitude
“When we learn to read the story of Jesus and see it as the story of the love of God, doing for us what we could not do for ourselves–that insight produces, again and again, a sense of astonished gratitude which is very near the heart of authentic Christian experience.” N.T. Wright Image by Joshua Earle

Lighten Up: Gratitude
Here’s a 6 minute meditation on gratitude by Louie Schwartzberg. Take our word for it. It’s worth the time.

Good Gifts
Every good thing in our lives is an unmerited gift from God. This includes your specific skills, strengths, and talents. Here Greg discusses the importance of recognizing that our gifts are on loan from God, and we are entrusted with them to be a blessing to others. Click here to view the complete sermon and other resources.

Lighten Up: Appreciating Life
Today we’re appreciating the life of Nelson Mandela. What a beautiful soul.

Lighten Up: Gratitude
Watch this and then find someone who you’re grateful for and TELL THEM! (I’m not wearing a lab coat, but you should trust me anyway.) Have a great day all you Kingdom people. We’re so grateful for all of you.