The power of "Thank You" is limitless.

Matthew 15:32-38; John 11:41-44; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

"Thank you" helps us savor life and find beauty and truth. "Thank you" helps us discover our true nature, abilities and talents.

Dr. Bob Emmons from U.C. Davis, has made a career of studying the scientific impact of gratitude. He studies have discovered:

· Gratitude improves physical and mental health

· Gratitude improves self-esteem

· Gratitude enhances empathy & reduces negative emotions

· Gratitude improves our quality of sleep

· Gratitude makes people like us more

· Gratitude strengthens our emotions

· Gratitude leads to a positive attitude

· Gratitude enables us to be much happier in life

Rewire our go-to responses:

•Gratitude Journal

•Thank you notes

•Thank you notes on social media

•Gratitude walks

•Gratitude gift box

•Gratitude through giving

•Gratitude jar – 30 days of gratitude

Gratitude gives us the power to heal, to be energized, and to change lives. It is the spirit of Jesus.