Psalm 103:1–5  “Bless the LORD, O my soul… and forget not all His benefits.”

Gratitude grows by remembering.

David doesn’t tell his soul to feel thankful — he tells it to remember. Why?
Because gratitude is a deliberate act, not an automatic response.

Our flesh forgets.
Our minds wander.
Our hearts drift.

That’s why David pulls his soul back to the truth:

• He forgives all your iniquities 
• He heals your wounds 
• He redeems your life from destruction 
• He crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies 
• He satisfies you with good things 

These are not temporary blessings — these are eternal realities.

Thankfulness flourishes when we choose to reflect on the goodness of God.

The more you remember, the more you will worship.
The more you worship, the more your heart will overflow with gratitude.

Gratitude is not something you visit — it’s something you cultivate.

As this Thanksgiving week ends, carry this truth into every day that follows:

A thankful heart is a strong heart — and a strong heart is a heart fixed on Christ.