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On Gratitude By Lynda R. Young

11/8/2021

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I've been doing a 365 gratitude challenge this year. Every day I need to find one thing to be grateful for. So, when my friend, Lynda, said she needed help with the release of her next book, Cling to God: 365-Day Devotional, I asked her to talk about gratitude and how important it can be in our daily lives.
In my book, Cling to God: 365-Day Devotional, I wrote, “Like young saplings in a dark forest, we need to always reach for the light, straining toward the warmth and goodness that will fill us, help us to grow, and make us strong.”

When so much is going on, when health takes a turn, or we experience difficulties or stress, finding gratitude changes our focus and reconnects us with the important things in our lives. Practicing gratitude daily, no matter our circumstances, brings long-lasting benefits. Countless studies on the topic have proven that being thankful makes us happier and less depressed. It even makes us sleep better. Gotta love that!

So, what am I thankful for? I’m thankful for God and all the blessings he showers on me when I deserve none of it. I’m thankful that it’s not about earning his favor, that his love is boundless, and that he saved me when there was no way of saving myself. I’m also thankful for those little things like smiles, chocolate, cool breezes on a hot day, and warm blankets on a cold day.

I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. Psalm 9:1 (NIV)

What things are you thankful for?

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This special devotional book is a year-long journey with daily inspirational messages and uplifting scripture to help you spend time with God. It includes short Bible-based teachings that will encourage and refresh. It is faith building and thought provoking with reassuring reminders of God’s love.

365 days of inspiration and Bible wisdom to lighten your heart.
365 devotions to bring you peace in uncertain times.
365 ways to Cling to God.

A great companion for individual worship or for group Bible study. The perfect gift book or personal keepsake that will be cherished for years to come.

Start each morning with Cling to God to brighten your day and draw closer to God.

Available as an ebook, paperback, or hardcover
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Lynda R. Young accepted Jesus into her life in her early teens and has been active in her faith ever since. She has written multiple Christian articles and other inspirational non-fiction, given Bible-based talks, and is always looking for other ways to encourage and uplift. She is also an author of fantasy novels, an editor, game developer, artist, and dabbles in photography and all things creative. She lives in Australia with her sweetheart of a husband. You can find her here: Blog, Twitter, Goodreads

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Jacqui Murray link
11/8/2021 08:17:14 am

I have become more spiritual with age. I like the idea of gratitude, paying forward, and giving credit to God. This sounds like a nice book.

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Alex J. Cavanaugh link
11/8/2021 11:38:33 am

And it's very difficult to be angry or bitter when we are grateful.

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Lynda R Young link
11/8/2021 04:21:32 pm

Thanks so much for helping with my launch, Patricia. So appreciated!

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Liz A. link
11/8/2021 07:59:07 pm

A very nice idea.

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Hilary Melton-Butcher link
11/9/2021 12:40:48 am

Hi Pat and Lynda - we all need to be grateful for so much in life ... your Devotionals provide a daily read to consider ... all the best with the book - Hilary

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C. Lee McKenzie link
11/10/2021 08:44:57 am

A book that should fill a need these days. Good work, Lynda.

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Elizabeth Seckman link
11/10/2021 03:18:08 pm

What a beautiful cover. I'm sure the words are just as perfect.

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Lynda R Young link
11/10/2021 04:50:57 pm

Jacqui, I'm coming to realize the benefits of age ;)

Alex, Being grateful is essential to our well being.

Liz, Thanks

Hilary, our heart lifts when we ponder on all the things we can be grateful for. Thanks.

Lee, thank you

Elizabeth, I'm thrilled you love the cover. Thank you.

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