At the start of every new year, I ask God for a word. One to direct my thoughts and steps for the year. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ On New Year’s Eve, my morning quiet time led me to Colossians 4:2: “Devote yourself to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.” God confirmed it in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 the next morning: “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances.” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I already knew gratitude was a focus for the year when I received not one, but two