Thanksgiving is a holiday that reminds us to live a life saturated with gratitude, overflowing with grace, and aware of our abundance.  Let’s use this seasonal opportunity to lean into these virtues and create habits that last long after the pumpkin pie and turkey are cleared from the table.

Joining Krista today is Courtney DeFeo, a woman who is known for sprinkling virtues and kindness into the daily routine of life.  We talk about how to help our kids practice thankfulness, how to carry a sense of dignity and joy to people we interact with, and what  it looks like to love when family dynamics are hard (and even when they’re not).  We also take an honest look at how pride stalls and prevents relationships, why it’s OK to look like a fruitcake for Jesus, and why it’s important to get outside for a gratitude walk.  This episode will inspire you to make the most of your Thanksgiving holiday!

Our beloved listeners, we want YOU to know how very thankful we are to have you as a part of the sisterhood! As a thank you, and a “We Love You!” please download a free printable of Colossians 3:15-17 below for your Thanksgiving table.

 Further connect with Courtney on her website or Instagram feed

 

Here are some things you heard on the show:

Light ‘Em Up Acts (acts of kindness for others)

In This House We Will Giggle – by Courtney DeFeo

• Honestly? (because you are grateful or bc you felt you had to)
• Regularly? (just on the holiday are is it a habit)
• Specifically? (are you telling someone “thanks” or how and why you are grateful for them – and telling God why/how you are thankful)

• Give Thanks Bag – fun activity for littles
• Thank you God for walk…gets our eyes OFF ourselves and on the world around us
• ASK QUESTIONS – don’t force it or lecture

• Write a letter to one or two people who impacted your life – maybe they never knew it
• Take the time to call out or notice people doing their job well – cashiers, every day folks – and make them feel honored and dignified in their job
• MAKE A HABIT to text someone at the end of each day… i’m so thankful you’re in my life and here’s why

 

Free Printable from The Sisterhood! We are sure thankful for you, sisters!  

Happy Thanksgiving.

 

You can download the PDF HERE:Col.3.15.17PDF

 

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