It might be cliche, but in the spirit of Thanks giving, I'm going to share some beliefs on gratitude.
One of the famous scriptures in my church is from a book of revelations given to modern prophets, called Doctrine and Covenants. It is section 59:6, and it reads "And in nothing doth man offend God, or against none is his wrath kindled, save those who confess not his hand in all things, and obey not his commandments." God has blessed His children with so many comforts and pleasures, and we take His works for granted far too often. I think it would be a worthwhile and appropriate challenge to try, in every setting we find ourselves in, to find one thing we are blessed with in that situation. It's important to realize our blessings, otherwise we become proud and "offend God," as the scripture above warns.
Happy Thanksgiving, dear readers! I hope you find those little parts of life that make it so worth living!
(Oh by the way, I am grateful for the technology that allows me to practice writing in a semi-public situation so easily. I'm also grateful for the relatives who were so willing to let me and a few of my siblings leave college and stay at their place for the Thanksgiving break!)
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