“Stopping Long Enough to Give Thanks”

📌 Episode 3 Summary “Stopping Long Enough to Give Thanks” In the final episode of the series When God Expands the Family, Danny invites listeners to slow down and reflect on God’s faithfulness through seasons of growth. As families expand and responsibilities increase, it’s easy to rush ahead and miss the blessing right in front of us. This episode centers on the power of gratitude—remembering what God has already done and allowing thankfulness to steady our hearts. Through Scripture and reflection, listeners are encouraged to pause, look back, and give thanks before stepping into what comes next. 📝 Show Notes – Episode 3 As families grow, so do responsibilities—and sometimes the pace of life makes it easy to miss the blessing in the busyness. In this episode, we focus on the importance of gratitude and reflection during seasons of change. Danny shares how slowing down and remembering God’s faithfulness helps us stay grounded, reshapes our perspective, and prepares us for what lies ahead. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why gratitude is a choice, not just a feeling How remembering God’s past faithfulness strengthens faith The connection between growth, responsibility, and thankfulness Why gratitude is often “caught” more than it’s taught How pausing to give thanks brings peace in changing seasons Scripture Reference: Psalm 103:2 – “Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all His benefits.” Reflection Question: What is one blessing in your life that you need to pause and thank God for today? Resources: Small Group Companion Guide available in the show notes Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio 🎧 Don’t forget to follow the podcast and turn on notifications—a brand-new series begins Monday.