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PROF DION FORSTER - From Thanksgiving to Advent: How Gratitude is a Spiritual Discipline

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As American Thanksgiving and the start of Advent converge, this podcast episode offers a profound reflection on the power of gratitude. Prof Dion explores the biblical command in 1 Thessalonians to "give thanks in all circumstances," highlighting a crucial distinction: we are not called to give thanks for all situations, but in them, recognizing God's constant presence.
27 Nov 2025 English South Africa Religion & Spirituality · Christianity

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