Episode 3 Summary
“Thank God for This Season”
In the final episode of the series A Blast from the Past: Finding Gratitude in Every Season, Danny brings the journey to a thoughtful and hope-filled close by focusing on intentional gratitude. After reflecting in earlier episodes on looking back without living there and recognizing that we are more than wrinkles and gray hair, this episode invites listeners to anchor themselves in the present season.
Through personal reflection and Scripture, Danny reminds us that gratitude is not about ignoring hardship or pretending life hasn’t been difficult. Instead, it is about recognizing God’s presence and faithfulness in every chapter—especially the ones that feel unfinished or uncertain. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:18, listeners are encouraged to give thanks in all circumstances, trusting that God is still working even when the season feels heavy or unclear.
This episode challenges the tendency to rush through difficult seasons or wish them away, and instead invites listeners to slow down and ask what God might be forming within them right now. With practical, everyday takeaways, the message emphasizes that gratitude restores perspective, strengthens faith, and helps us walk forward with hope.
As the series concludes, listeners are reminded that no season is wasted, no chapter is overlooked, and God is still writing their story—right here, right now.
Small Group Companion Guide – Episode 3
Opening Question
What season of life are you currently walking through?
Discussion Questions
Why is it sometimes difficult to practice gratitude in certain seasons?
How does giving thanks in a season differ from giving thanks after a season?
Where have you seen God’s faithfulness in a challenging time?
What might God be teaching or forming in you right now?
How could practicing gratitude change your outlook this week?
Scripture Reflection
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:18 together.
What stands out to you about the idea of giving thanks in all circumstances?
Weekly Practice
Begin a 7-day gratitude practice.
Each day, write down one thing you are thankful for in your current season and offer it to God in prayer.
