Gratitude / Thankfulness

Looking Back on Month One

Psalm 100:4

Psalm 13:6 for Kids: End the Day With Thank You

A bedtime reminder from Psalm 13:6 that ending the day with gratitude, naming one good gift from today, settles a child's heart for sleep.

Psalm 13:6

Psalm 12:3 for Kids: A Humble Heart Says Thank You

A bedtime reminder from Psalm 12:3 that instead of bragging, God invites a child to stay humble and thank Him for every good gift in their life.

Psalm 12:3

This Is the Day

Psalm 118:24

Why Do I Get Jealous of Other Kids?

James 3:16

Three Thanks Beats Grumpy

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Psalm 10:3 for Kids: A Thankful Heart Sleeps Well

A bedtime reminder from Psalm 10:3 that always wanting more leaves us empty, while naming three good things fills a child's heart for sleep.

Psalm 10:3

Your Backyard Is a Cathedral

Psalm 19:1

Psalm 9:14 for Kids: That Happy Thank You Feeling

A bedtime reminder from Psalm 9:14 about the happy relief of being helped, inviting kids to remember a time God carried them through.

Psalm 9:14

Psalm 9:11 for Kids: Telling the Good Things God Does

A bedtime reminder from Psalm 9:11 that helps kids remember one good thing from the day and whisper a quiet thank You to God.

Psalm 9:11

When Camp Food Is Gross: A Quiet Way to Thank God

Even your reaction to gross camp food can honor God. Through 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Paul's big 'whatever you do' to the church in Corinth, kids learn three simple moves for the dining hall when the tray in front of them is not their favorite.

1 Corinthians 10:31

Psalm 9:2 | God Is Worth Singing About

This episode invites a child to end the day glad about God, swapping the counting of worries for the counting of what makes Him wonderful.

Psalm 9:2

Psalm 9:1 | Thank God With Your Whole Heart

This episode leads a child to thank God with their whole heart, naming the good gifts of the day until a calm, happy peace settles in.

Psalm 9:1

Saying Thank You for Adventure: Turning Summer Memories Into Worship

Summer trips are packed with good gifts, but most kids experience them and move on without ever saying thank you. Through 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and Paul's call to give thanks in everything, kids learn three simple ways to turn a trip into worship while it is still fresh.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Psalm 7:17 | End The Day With Thank You

This episode walks a child into a thankful, peaceful heart by finding one good thing from the day to thank God for.

Psalm 7:17

Jesus Heals the Ten Lepers: Be the One Who Says Thank You

Jesus heals ten men of leprosy on a road into a village. Only one comes back to say thank you. The episode helps kids see gratitude as a verb, gives them a specific carpool moment to practice it, and ends with a weekend dinner-table prompt.

Luke 17:15

Thanking Your Teacher: End-of-Year Gratitude That Matters

A CWJ episode for the end of the school year. Pastor Justin walks kids through 1 Thessalonians 5:11, names that Jesus himself valued teachers and listening, and lands them in the truth that a simple thank you to someone who helped you grow is more powerful than they think.

1 Thessalonians 5:11

Finding Joy in Quiet Moments

Zephaniah 3:17 (CSB) tells us something incredible: God is with you, He saves you, He delights in you, and He is quiet in His love.

Zephaniah 3:17

Thankfulness Doesn't End After Thanksgiving: Building a Daily Habit

Maybe you’re eating some Thanksgiving leftovers or just catching up on sleep — either way, I’m Pastor Justin, and I’m so glad you’re here.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

I Love What I Have: A Thanksgiving Cure for Wishing You Had More

I’m Pastor Justin — and I want you to know, right up front, I’m thankful for YOU.

Psalm 107:1

Taste and See That God Is Good: Noticing Everyday Gifts

I don’t know about you, but I’m already thinking about what I’m going to eat.

Psalm 34:8

Thankfulness Takes Courage: Why Saying Thank You Is Brave

Maybe someone handed you a gift, everyone was watching, and you mumbled a quiet “thanks.” We’ve all been there!

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Thank You: God's Password to His Presence

It’s not full of numbers or symbols… it’s just two simple words: “Thank you.” Those words open the door to something way better than a game or an app — they open the door to God’s presence.

Psalm 100:4

Thankful for What I Have Instead of Wishing for More

Philippians 4:11

Thankful for Today Before the Light Turns Green

Psalm 118:24

Thankful Through Worship: Saying Thank You to God

Worship isn’t just about singing songs at church; it’s our way of saying thank you to God — with our hearts, our voices, and our joy.

Psalm 100:4

Thankful for Jesus' Example: How to Live Like Him

We all have people we look up to — maybe a teacher, coach, or parent — but Jesus gave us the ultimate example of how to love, serve, and live with kindness.

John 13:15

Thankful for the Small Things

Zechariah 4:10

Thankful for Second Chances

Lamentations 3:22-23

Thankful for Salvation

It’s God’s greatest gift — something we could never earn, but something that changes everything.

Ephesians 2:8-9

Thankful for God's Forgiveness

Maybe you’ve said something you wish you could take back, disobeyed your parents, or hurt a friend’s feelings.

1 John 1:9

Thankful for School

Some mornings it’s exciting, and other mornings… well, you’d rather stay in bed.

Luke 2:52

Thankful for Adventures

Whether it’s a road trip, a vacation, or just exploring a new park, every trip is a chance to see God’s goodness in new places and with new people.

Psalm 121:8

Thankful for Quiet Moments

Life can feel loud — alarms, chatter, school, sports, and busy schedules — but some of the most powerful moments with God happen when we slow down, breathe, and listen.

Psalm 46:10

The Power of a Thank You Note

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Thankful Instead of Jealous

Romans 12:15

The Power of Thank You

All month long, we’ve been learning about being thankful — not just during November, but every single day of the year.

Psalm 107:1

Thankful for How God Made Me

That might sound a little funny, but think about it — God made you!

Ephesians 2:10

Thankful for My Church Family

Whether your church meets in a big building, a small school, or even your living room, God designed the church to be more than a place — it’s a family.

Hebrews 10:24-25

Thankful for My Friends

Friends make life brighter, funnier, and a whole lot more meaningful.

Proverbs 17:17

Thankful Even When It's Hard

It’s simple to thank God when everything’s going great, but what about the days when things fall apart, people are unkind, or plans don’t go the way you hoped?

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Thankful for What You Have

James 1:17

Thankful for the People in Your Life

Philippians 1:3

Say Thank You Anyway

Whether you’re zipping up your backpack or still wiping crumbs off your shirt, this one’s for you.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Bread from Heaven and Still Complaining?

Whether you’re crashing in the backseat after soccer or helping dad haul in groceries, today’s story is weird, funny, and packed with truth.

Numbers 11:5-6