In a world filled with stress, anxiety, and distractions, could gratitude be the game-changer we all need? In this uplifting episode, Elliot Sands and Dr. Neal Plantinga dive deep into the life-changing power of gratitude, exploring how it transforms our mind, body, and soul.

🔥 What’s Inside:💡 How gratitude fights anxiety & depression—backed by science & faith❤️ The emotional & physical benefits of a grateful mindset🚀 Practical ways to cultivate gratitude in your daily life⛪ Why gratitude is at the heart of Christian faith⚠️ The biggest obstacles to gratitude—and how to overcome them🍃 The power of savoring life’s moments & finding joy in the present

This isn’t just another self-help trend—it’s a transformational shift in how we experience life. Ready to unlock deeper joy, peace, and purpose?

🎙️✨ Watch now & start living with gratitude! #Gratitude #Faith #MentalHealth #LiveFaithFirst

Dr. Neal Plantinga is a renowned theologian, author, and speaker known for his profound insights on faith, gratitude, and spiritual formation. A former seminary president and respected scholar, he has spent decades helping people deepen their understanding of God, grace, and the good life. As the author of several influential books, including Not the Way It’s Supposed to Be and Engaging God’s World, Dr. Plantinga brings wisdom, warmth, and clarity to every conversation. His passion lies in exploring how gratitude, joy, and faith shape our daily lives, offering both deep theology and practical guidance.

Elliot Sands (MBA, M.Div.) is the host of the Live Faith First podcast—a dynamic space where faith meets real-world challenges. With a rich background as a pastor, school principal, health-tech co-founder, and now Executive Director of Live Faith First, Elliot brings deep wisdom and practical insight to every conversation. As a husband, father, and grandfather, he weaves personal experience with thoughtful discussion, tackling tough topics with clarity and compassion. Live Faith First is all about bridging divides—whether in society or the church—encouraging listeners to step beyond echo chambers and build real, meaningful relationships across the aisle, the street, or the table.

Join the conversation and discover how faith can be a unifying force in an increasingly fractured world. 🎙️🔥 #LiveFaithFirst #BridgeTheDivide #FaithInAction

Let’s All Live Faith First!!!

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