One Thousand Gifts

“Continue earnestly in prayer,
being vigilant in it with thanksgiving”
Colossians 4:2

A One Thousand Gifts list is a wonderful idea that I’ve heard about on several blogs that I think would be eye-opening to write. This will be a list written by me of the things given by God – things that I’m thankful for – everyday gifts that I might normally pass by without a thought.

I’m guessing that at first, my list will start out with very obvious and general things. As I make my way toward 1,000 things that I’m thankful for, however, I’m sure the list will include more specific and small things. I want to be more aware of the big and little blessings in my life that I take for granted.

Several of the ladies who have done this have included their children as well, asking them to come up with 100 things they are thankful for. I’m thinking of having Abigail join me in this thankfulness walk.

Would you like to join me by making your own list of One Thousand Gifts?  Every one’s list will be different, as everyone has been blessed in different ways. Your list can include the gifts that you’ve already been given and the gifts that you notice in the coming weeks, months or even years. These can include small things such as coffee in the morning, or more important things such as God’s love for you! You can jot them down in a journal or on plain lined paper. Keep your list nearby so we can practice having a thankful heart together!

I’m going to get started on mine now! I’ll be sharing portions of my list in future posts.

[*Thank you to Ann for planting this seed in my mind.]