AI OVERVIEW: Gratitude arises from recognizing that God’s love endures forever and that everyday pleasures rely on a vast network of people and gifts. The interdependence exercise asks listeners to name one thing they enjoy and then list all who contributed to it, from builders and teachers to janitors, illustrating interlocking indebtedness. A concrete example is a baby grand piano, where the ability to enjoy music depends on makers, movers, teachers, concert patrons, and countless others, with God ultimately making all gifts possible. The practice reframes gratitude as a habit that inhabits the world and calls viewers to thank God for each moment and to become generous in return.
YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: Nobody Is Self-Made YouTube Description: --- What if the key to gratitude is realizing that none of us is self-made? In this reflection on Psalm 136, John Ortberg explores the repeated refrain: "His love endures forever." Through a powerful exercise inspired by philosopher Rebecc...
