Reflection
“We tend to misunderstand the link between joy and gratefulness.  We notice that joyful people are grateful and suppose that they are grateful for their joy.  But the reverse is true: Their joy springs from gratefulness.” ~Brother David Steindl-Rast

Prayer
God of joy,
When we enter each day with a grateful heart, we soon realize the joy it brings to our lives and how our days seem to flow more easily. You teach us to be grateful for all we have been given, and then to share that with others, once again bringing joy to life. Guide us through each day to be grateful: for all our interactions, the activities in which we participate, and for the people we meet. May our gratitude for all that you provide bring joy, not only to ourselves, but to others too. Amen.

Call to Action
Make it a habit to start each day with a grateful heart.