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Date : Friday, 17th April, 2026

Text : Psalm 107:22

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the ninth and final day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the last letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is E – Expression. Gratitude is incomplete until it is expressed. What you do not express, you do not fully experience. Thanksgiving must be voiced, demonstrated, and lived daily.

Expression of gratitude goes beyond silent acknowledgment; it is a deliberate act of praise, worship, and thanksgiving. The psalmist calls us to offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and declare His works with rejoicing. Scripture also reminds us to offer the sacrifice of praise continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to His name (Hebrews 13:15).

A heart full of gratitude will naturally overflow in expression. Whether through words, actions, giving, or service, expressing thanks keeps your heart aligned with God. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord (Psalm 150:6), for praise is the natural language of a grateful heart.

Make it a daily habit to express your gratitude openly. Sing His praises, speak of His goodness, and live a life that reflects thanksgiving. As you do, your joy will be full, and your life will continually radiate the beauty of a grateful and fulfilled heart.

Prayer Nugget : Father, teach me to express my gratitude sincerely and consistently; let my life be a continuous offering of praise and thanksgiving unto you, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 19–20

Date : Thursday, 16th April, 2026

Text : Proverbs 3:5

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the eighth day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the eighth letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is D – Dependence. True gratitude flows from a heart that fully depends on God. When you recognize that all you have comes from Him, thanksgiving becomes your natural response.

Dependence on God means trusting Him as your source, sustainer, and provider. It is acknowledging that your strength, wisdom, and success are not self-made but God-given. When you depend on God, pride fades and humility grows, making room for genuine gratitude.

Many struggle with gratitude because they rely too much on their own ability. But a dependent heart sees God in every outcome and gives Him the glory. Dependence shifts your focus from self to God and reminds you that without Him, you can do nothing.

Choose to rely on God in all things—big or small. As you grow in dependence, your heart will overflow with thanksgiving, knowing that He is faithful to guide, provide, and sustain you at all times.

Prayer Nugget : Father, teach me to depend wholly on You; help me to trust You as my source in all things and let my life continually reflect gratitude for Your provision, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 16–18

Date : Wednesday, 15th April, 2026

Text : Psalm 111:10

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the seventh day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the seventh letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is U – Understanding. Gratitude deepens when we gain spiritual understanding of God’s ways and dealings. When you understand God, you will thank Him even when you do not fully comprehend your situation.

Understanding gives meaning to experiences that might otherwise seem confusing. It helps you see that every season—good or challenging—is part of God’s divine plan. With understanding, you realize that God is intentional, and nothing in your life is wasted.

A heart without understanding easily complains, but a heart with understanding remains grateful. When you see beyond the physical and discern God’s hand at work, your perspective changes. You begin to appreciate not just the blessings, but also the process that produces them.

Seek understanding daily through God’s Word and by walking closely with Him. As your understanding grows, so will your gratitude. You will find yourself thanking God not only for what He has done, but also for what He is doing behind the scenes.

Prayer Nugget : Father, grant me understanding in all things; help me to see Your hand in every situation and to remain grateful regardless of circumstances, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 13–15

Date : Tuesday, 14th April, 2026

Text : Psalm 66:16

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the sixth day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the sixth letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is T – Testimony. A grateful heart is strengthened by remembrance and expressed through testimony. Testimony is the spoken evidence of God’s faithfulness in your life.

The psalmist in today’s text declares, “Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul.” Psalm 66:16. Every testimony is a victory declared over past battles. When you testify, you are reminding yourself and others that God is faithful and still works wonders. Silence can weaken gratitude, but testimony strengthens faith and builds confidence in God’s power.

Testimony is not only for celebration but also for multiplication. What you declare gratefully, God can repeat and increase. Your testimony today is a seed for tomorrow’s miracles. When you share what God has done, you are activating faith in your future.

Refuse to be silent about God’s goodness. Speak it, declare it, and share it boldly. Let your life be a continuous reflection of divine help and mercy, so that others may see and glorify God through your story.

Prayer Nugget : Father, fill my mouth with testimonies; let my life continually reflect Your goodness so that I will never cease to give You praise, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 10–12

Date : Monday, 13th April, 2026

Text : Ephesians 5:15–16

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the fifth day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the fifth letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is I – Intentional Living. Gratitude does not happen by chance; it is cultivated through deliberate and conscious living. What you do intentionally will grow consistently.

Intentional living means choosing gratitude daily, regardless of circumstances. It is waking up with a decision to see God’s goodness, speak thanksgiving, and act with awareness of His presence. A careless life easily slips into complaints, but a deliberate life overflows with praise (Colossians 3:17).

When you live intentionally, you guard your heart and direct your thoughts toward what is true and worthy of praise. You refuse to be controlled by negativity and instead align your life with God’s Word. Gratitude becomes your response, not because everything is perfect, but because God is faithful.

Make a conscious decision today to live with purpose. Let your words, thoughts, and actions reflect a heart of thanksgiving. As you practice intentional gratitude, you will experience deeper joy, stronger faith, and a more meaningful walk with God.

Prayer Nugget : Father, help me to live intentionally in gratitude; guide my thoughts, words, and actions so that my life continually reflects thanksgiving to you, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 8–9

Date : Sunday, 12th April, 2026

Text : Proverbs 3:5–6

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the fourth day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the fourth letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is T – Trust. Gratitude is sustained when trust in God remains unshaken, even when life feels uncertain. Trust is the bridge between what you see and what God has promised.

Trusting God means relying on His wisdom above your understanding. It is choosing to believe His plan is good, even when the process is uncomfortable. When trust is in place, complaints fade and confidence rises, because you know God is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).

A grateful heart is rooted in trust. When you trust God, you give thanks not only for what He has done, but also for what He is yet to do. Trust transforms waiting into worship and uncertainty into expectation. It anchors your soul and keeps your focus on God’s faithfulness.

Choose today to trust Him completely. Lay aside fear, silence doubt, and hold on to His promises. As you trust God more deeply, your gratitude will grow more richly, and your life will reflect unshakable peace.

Prayer Nugget : Father, help me to trust you with all my heart; teach me to rely on your wisdom and not my understanding, and let my life be filled with gratitude in every season, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 6–7

Date : Saturday, 11th April, 2026

Text : Colossians 3:15

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the third day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the third letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is A – Appreciation. Appreciation is the art of valuing what God has done, recognizing His hand, and responding with heartfelt thanksgiving. What you fail to appreciate, you may eventually lose.

It goes beyond words—appreciation is a posture of the heart. Many are quick to ask but slow to acknowledge, quick to desire more but slow to value what is already given. Appreciation turns ordinary blessings into extraordinary testimonies and keeps our hearts aligned with God’s goodness (Psalm 107:1).

Appreciation is the secret to multiplication. When you value what God has placed in your hands, you position yourself for increase. A thankful heart attracts divine favor, while an ungrateful spirit repels it. Appreciation is not based on abundance; it is a choice rooted in understanding God’s faithfulness.

Learn to pause and give thanks deliberately. Count your blessings, celebrate small victories, and acknowledge God in all things. As you cultivate a lifestyle of appreciation, you will discover that joy increases, contentment grows, and your life becomes a reflection of unending gratitude (Luke 17:17–18).

Prayer Nugget : Father, teach me to truly appreciate every blessing you have given me; help me to live with a grateful heart and never take your goodness for granted, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: 1 Kings 3–5

Date : Friday, 10th April, 2026

Text : Psalm 103:2

Author : Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation :

Today is the second day on our 9-day devotional journey, and we are exploring the second letter in the word GRATITUDE. Therefore, our theme is R – Remembrance. Gratitude deepens when we intentionally recall all that God has done. A grateful heart is a remembering heart; it never forgets the works of God.

One of the greatest threats to thanksgiving is forgetfulness. When we forget past deliverances, we begin to doubt present help. The psalmist charges us to bless the Lord and not forget all His benefits, because remembrance fuels confidence in God’s faithfulness (Deuteronomy 8:2).

Remembrance strengthens faith in difficult seasons. When you look back at how God made a way before, you gain assurance that He will do it again. Every testimony from your past is a weapon against present fear and uncertainty. What God has done before is a guarantee of what He can still do.

Take time today to reflect on His goodness—answered prayers, unseen protections, and unexpected provisions. The more you remember, the more your heart overflows with gratitude. Let remembrance become a daily discipline that keeps your faith alive and your praise unceasing.

Prayer Nugget : Father, help me to always remember your goodness and faithfulness in my life; let my heart never forget your benefits, but continually overflow with thanksgiving, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year : 1 Kings 1–2

Date: Thursday, 9th April, 2026

Text: Psalm 34:8

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

God’s goodness is the foundation of our gratitude. When you truly see God’s goodness, thanksgiving becomes your natural response. Every breath we take, every provision we receive, and every protection we enjoy is a reflection of His unfailing kindness. The psalmist in today’s text invites us to taste and see that the Lord is good—an experience that transforms perspective.

Often, we overlook His goodness because we focus on what is missing rather than what is present. Yet, His goodness is constant, not conditional. Scripture declares that the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord (Psalm 33:5), reminding us that His kindness surrounds us daily, even in seasons we do not fully understand.

Recognizing God’s goodness shifts our hearts from complaint to contentment. It teaches us that no matter the situation, there is always something to thank Him for. Gratitude begins when we deliberately acknowledge His hand in both the big and small details of our lives.

Let today be a moment of reflection and awareness. Count your blessings, name them one by one, and you will see that His goodness has never failed you. The more you see His goodness, the more your heart will overflow with thanksgiving.

Prayer Nugget: Father, open my eyes to continually see your goodness in my life; help me to remain grateful in all circumstances and never take your blessings for granted, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: 2 Samuel 23–24

Date: Wednesday, 8th April, 2026

Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan

Exhortation:

Gratitude is more than a response—it is a lifestyle that reflects a heart devoted to God. Gratitude turns what we have into enough and opens the door for more. In every season, pleasant or painful, giving thanks positions us to see God’s hand at work. Scripture commands us to give thanks in all things, for this is the will of God concerning us (Ephesians 5:20).

As we begin this 9-day devotional journey, the word GRATITUDE will serve as a spiritual guide, each letter unveiling a deeper dimension of thanksgiving: G – God’s Goodness, R – Remembrance, A – Appreciation, T – Trust, I – Intentional Living, T – Testimony, U – Understanding, D – Dependence, E – Expression. Each day will build upon these truths, leading us into a richer, more consistent life of gratitude.

Gratitude is the key that unlocks joy, even in difficult seasons. When we cultivate a thankful heart, we silence complaints and magnify God’s faithfulness. The Word of God declares that it is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord and to sing praises unto His name (Psalm 92:1). No matter what lies ahead, thanksgiving will always keep us grounded in hope and anchored in faith.

Let this be a season where murmuring is replaced with praise, and entitlement gives way to appreciation. As you walk through each day of this devotional, may your heart be transformed, your perspective renewed, and your life filled with overflowing thanksgiving.

Prayer Nugget: Father, teach me to live a life of gratitude; open my eyes to see your goodness daily and fill my heart with thanksgiving in every situation, in Jesus’ name.

Bible in One Year: 2 Samuel 20–22