“Gratitude that changes how you live honors the One who gave you the gift of grace.”
Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – November 24, 2025
And he arose out of the synagogue, and entered into Simon’s house. And Simon’s wife’s mother was taken with a great fever; and they besought him for her. And he stood over her, and rebuked the fever; and it left her: and immediately she arose and ministered unto them. Luke 4:38-39
The gratitude shown in caring for others is a result of being healed by the Lord. Jesus had just amazed the synagogue, teaching with unmatched authority and commanding a demon to leave with a single word. Yet, instead of lingering in the limelight, He quietly entered Simon Peter’s house. Inside, there was no cheering crowd, only a woman burning with fever, Peter’s mother-in-law, too weak to move. The disciples, with simple faith, asked Jesus to help her. He stood over her, cast out the fever, and instantly, she was restored. No recovery time. No delay. And what did she do? She immediately got up and started to serve. Her response wasn’t simply duty, it was devotion. Gratitude compelled her to act. The moment she felt Jesus’ healing power, her instinct was to serve Him and others. Genuine thankfulness doesn’t end with words; it pours into actions. Jesus entered that home to show that He cares not only for the crowds but also for the one who suffers quietly. Her story reminds me that when Christ restores me, whether spiritually, emotionally, or physically, my first response should be to rise and gratefully serve.
What if every answered prayer inspired you to serve in addition to celebrating? That kind of thankfulness goes beyond saying “thank you,” it honors Jesus by living a life that practically loves others. Genuine gratitude moves into action. When you see each blessing as an invitation to bless someone else, thanksgiving becomes worship. That job you prayed for? Maybe it’s not just provision for you, it’s positioning you to mentor someone struggling in your field. The healing you received? Perhaps it’s preparing you to sit with others facing similar diagnoses. The restored relationship? It could be a training ground for helping other families navigate conflict. Each answered prayer becomes a new chance to show love, generosity, and compassion, reflecting Christ’s heart to a world watching. Gratitude that changes how you live honors the One who gave the gift. Henri Nouwen beautifully captures this idea that all of life is a gift of God:
Gratitude goes beyond the ‘mine’ and ‘thine’ and claims the truth that all of life is a pure gift. In the past, I always thought of gratitude as a spontaneous response to receiving something good from someone. But as I grow in the spiritual life, I am learning that the deeper meaning of gratitude is to live life as a gift. When you wake up in the morning, realize that being alive is a gift, that seeing a friend is a gift, that hearing the rain against the window is a gift. Everything is grace.
So, what does a prayerful attitude look like when you wake up and acknowledge that life itself is a gift from God? It begins with gratitude that grows humility, recognizing that every breath you take, every relationship you have, and every opportunity before you is pure grace. Instead of rushing into your to-do list or scrolling through distractions, you pause. You thank the Giver. You ask, “Lord, how can I use this day to bless others?” When that becomes your morning rhythm, something shifts. Gratitude transforms into purpose, and purpose becomes worship. You’re not just going through the motions of another day, you’re participating in something bigger, looking for ways God might want to use your hands, your words, your presence to reflect His love to someone in need. That’s when ordinary days become sacred, and routine moments turn into opportunities for Kingdom impact. Thank God for His healing grace!
“’But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord” (Jeremiah 30:17).
Prayer
Father, thank You for Your healing grace that restores my body, renews my mind, and revives my spirit. May my gratitude overflow in love, service, and praise to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Application
What healing grace have you experienced that you can lift up in grateful worship to the Lord?
Related Reading
Psalm 103:2-3; Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 9:35; 1Peter 2:24; James 5:15
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