Transforming Pain into Perspective: The Power of Gratitude

Gratitude is easy when life is going well, but what about when it's not? In this vulnerable and hope-filled conversation, Alana returns to share how choosing gratitude in the hardest seasons has transformed her walk with God. From walking through an unexpected divorce to wrestling with eternal promises, she reminds us that thankfulness isn't about ignoring pain, it's about finding God's presence in the midst of it.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What it looks like to give thanks in everything (not for everything)

• Why our words matter in shaping our perspective and spiritual direction

• How gratitude shifts our focus from self to service, and bitterness to humility

• The link between gratitude, contentment, and spiritual maturity

• How to cultivate gratefulness even when life feels overwhelming

Scriptures mentioned:

• 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

• 2 Timothy 3:1–5 – Ungratefulness listed among the traits to avoid in the last days

• Hebrews 12:11 – "No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace..."

• James 1:2–4 – "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds..."

Whether you're in a valley or on the mountaintop, this conversation is a reminder that gratitude isn't just a feeling; it's a powerful perspective shift that opens the door to joy, healing, and deeper faith.