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Hey Carpool Crew, it’s Pastor Justin — and today we’re talking about something that’s harder than it looks: saying thank you, even when it’s uncomfortable. Maybe someone handed you a gift, everyone was watching, and you mumbled a quiet “thanks.” We’ve all been there! But here’s the truth — real thankfulness actually takes courage.

In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, it says, “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

If Jesus were sitting next to you in the car, I think He’d say, “It’s brave to be thankful, even when it feels awkward. Every time you say thank you, you shine My light.”

In this episode, we’ll talk about how saying thank you — especially when it’s hard — shows humility, courage, and love. You’ll even get a simple challenge: pick one person (a teacher, coach, or parent) and say thank you — out loud — and tell them why you’re thankful. Or, if you want to go further, write them a thank-you note like we talked about in a previous episode.

Remember, gratitude grows your heart — and courage grows your faith.

Before you go, talk about this together: Why do you think it’s sometimes hard to say “thank you”?

And remember, no matter where you are or how you’re listening, God loves you.

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