Julie Hicks

“Gratitude is a mindful awareness of the benefits of life. It is the greatest of virtues. Studies have linked the emotion with a variety of positive effects. Grateful people tend to be more empathetic and forgiving of others. People who keep a gratitude journal are more likely to have a positive outlook on life. Grateful individuals demonstrate less envy, materialism, and self-centeredness. Gratitude improves self-esteem and enhances relationships, quality of sleep, and longevity.1 If it came in pill form, gratitude would be deemed the miracle cure. It’s no wonder, then, that God’s anxiety therapy includes a large, delightful dollop of gratitude.”
― Max Lucado, Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World

“Even when your body is still, your mind tends to race—anticipating future problems and searching for solutions. You need to remember that all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden in Me. Remind yourself of this glorious truth frequently, whispering: “Jesus, You are my Treasure. In You I am complete.”
― Sarah Young, Jesus Always, with Scripture References, with Bonus Content: Embracing Joy in His Presence

“This verse is a call, not to a feeling, but to a decision and a deeply rooted confidence that God exists, that he is in control, and that he is good.”
― Max Lucado, Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World

“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God.”—MARK 10:27 ESV”
― Sarah Young, Jesus Always, with Scripture References, with Bonus Content: Embracing Joy in His Presence