On Sunday, November 24, 2024, VLC gathered in person and also broadcasted online via YouTube. Pastor Stuart Nice shared a message about giving thanks, and he led us in a practice of gratitude, declaring that gratitude precedes everything spiritual. Below are the notes outlining this practice of gratitude.

Ephesians 5:20 (NLT)

And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

1. Pause

2. Reflect

3. Connect

Practice

1. The Lord: Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17 (NIV)

- Actions

- Character

2. People: By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35 (NIV)

- Actions

- Character

3. Complaints: Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. Psalms 55:22 (NIV)

- Actions

- Character

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