This episode is part of an ongoing conversation on Think Again & Be about joy, faith, and spiritual posture—exploring how thanksgiving offered in advance shapes our inner atmosphere and prepares us for breakthrough.
What if thanksgiving isn’t just a response to what God has done—but an act of faith for what He has promised?
We explore thanksgiving as the highest expression of faith—praise offered before evidence appears, joy chosen before circumstances change.
In this episode, we reflect on:
- Why thanksgiving leads to praise—and praise leads to joy
- The joy cycle: Thanksgiving → Praise → Rejoicing
- The difference between thanking God for what has happened vs. thanking Him by faith
- Why praise in advance doesn’t deny feelings—but transcends them
- Biblical examples of faith-filled thanksgiving, including Jesus Himself
- How gratitude shifts your perspective, guards your peace, and opens your heart to God’s increase
Even when the fig tree doesn’t blossom…
Even when the harvest hasn’t appeared…
Faith says: “Yet I will rejoice.”
This message is an invitation to ask yourself:
What would change if I thanked God before the harvest?
And to declare with confidence:
“This time next year — I’ll testify.”
Themes:
Faith • Thanksgiving • Praise • Joy • Mind Shifts • Trusting God • Hope
Scriptures referenced:
Psalm 136:1–4
Hebrews 11:1–3
Joel 1:12
Habakkuk 3:17–19
Psalm 67:5–6
Philippians 4:6–9
Get your hopes up.
