Welcome to October 2026, the month of Gratitude.
Gratitude is the quality of being thankful and showing appreciation for the good things in life whether big or small. It is about recognizing the value of what you have, the kindness of others and even the lessons you have learned from challenges.
We are by default, always praying to God, seeking for someone better, something more or some place brighter, while simultaneously also asking for protection from potential hazards or threats. We are predisposed to keep praying and seeking, without allowing ourselves to pause and enjoy the fruits of our labors, those present in our lives and lessons taught by our present location.
This month, I invite you to take a moment each day to
- Identify and feel gratitude for all the good in your life.
- Value the people and opportunities around you.
- Communicate thanks through words and actions.
There is great comfort in reminding yourself of all you have to be grateful for and appreciating your blessings, no matter how large or how small.
You are blessed and Highly favored.
‘“He who receives you receives Me, and he who receives Me receives Him who sent Me. He who receives a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet’s reward. And he who receives a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man’s reward. And whoever gives one of these little ones only a cup of cold water in the name of a disciple, assuredly, I say to you, he shall by no means lose his reward.”’
Matthew 10:40-42