Why should I appreciate “the little things in life?”

Psalm 92:1-2It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening.

Philippians 1:3-4Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy.

1 Thessalonians 5:18Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

We can easily take many of God’s gifts for granted—things large and small (relationships, health, shelter, food, safety, church, etc.). We should see all our “blessings” as from God and be grateful for them. A good way to experience God is to notice and appreciate the little blessings all around us. Turning our focus outward helps us see much for which to be thankful. Rather than saying, “I wish,” we could try saying, “I’m thankful.” We can cultivate an appreciative heart by giving thanks regularly, consistently, and spontaneously—to God first and also to others. This kind of attitude will help keep life’s disappointments from blinding us to what God is doing here and now. Every moment is an opportunity to see God’s provision and presence.