Got questions or comments? Text them to me!Episode Theme: How choosing gratitude reshapes our leadership, our relationships, and our mental and spiritual health.Episode Summary:We live in a culture trained to obsess over what’s missing. But the way of Jesus flips that narrative. Gratitude doesn’t ignore hard circumstances — it invites us to see God’s goodness right in the middle of them. In this episode, Paul shares how thankfulness reorients us, strengthens us, and becomes a weapon against the lies that drain our joy. We’ll laugh a little, reflect a lot, and walk away with a practical practice to help gratitude come alive in real life.What You’ll Hear:Why gratitude doesn’t always come naturallyHow thankfulness actually rewires the brainWhy Paul calls gratitude “resistance” in a culture of scarcityWhere Scripture anchors us when the struggle gets real (1 Thess. 5:18, Psalm 100:4, Luke 22:19, Philippians 1:3)A simple daily challenge to speak gratitude into someone’s lifeKey Takeaways:Gratitude shifts your focus from what’s lacking to Who’s presentThanksgiving is a doorway into God’s presence, peace, and perspectiveYou can give thanks in all circumstances without pretending you’re thankful for all circumstancesNaming what you’re grateful for disrupts the enemy’s liesLeaders become healthier when love, not lack, sets the tonePractice of the Week — “Name It Forward”1️⃣ Think of someone God has used to bless your life2️⃣ Tell them specifically why you’re thankful3️⃣ Watch how encouragement multiplies joyQuestions for Reflection:Where do I naturally drift — toward gratitude or grumbling?What’s one gift from God I’ve been overlooking?Who can I thank today for the impact they’ve had on me?⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️Thanks for listening to The Reluctant Leader Podcast with Paul Jenkins! Find me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, and be sure to read the stuff I'm writing on my blog.Rather watch the video? Head over to The Reluctant Leader Podcast on my YouTube channel.

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