Theme: Gratitude

Daily Messages is a wonderful collection of quotes, and the messages on gratitude inspired this theme.

It is easy to be grateful for things when life seems to be going our way. But what then of those times when what we wish for seems to be far out of reach? Could I suggest that we see gratitude as a disposition, a way of life that stands independent of our current situation? In other words, I’m suggesting that instead of being thankful for things, we focus on being thankful in our circumstances—whatever they may be.

—Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Grateful in Any Circumstances"

Gratitude on a daily basis means we express appreciation for what we have now without qualification for what we had in the past or desire in the future. A recognition of and appreciation for our gifts and talents which have been given also allows us to acknowledge the need for help and assistance from the gifts and talents possessed by others. Gratitude is a divine principle.
—Robert D. Hales, "Gratitude for the Goodness of God"