“Winter Gratitude Jar (Looking Back With Thanks)”

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Theme:Pausing to thank God for what He carried us through — and what He blessed us with — before stepping into the new year.

This craft is reflective, peaceful, and becomes a meaningful keepsake.

❤️ What You’ll Need:

• Clear jar (mason jar, candle jar, or recycled food jar)

• White, silver, or kraft paper (cut into small strips)

• Pen or marker

• Ribbon or twine

• Winter embellishments (snowflakes, stars, pinecones, greenery)

• Optional:

  • LED tealight

  • Scripture tag

  • Glitter (very light touch)

✨ Directions:

1. Decorate the Jar

Wrap ribbon or twine around the neck of the jar.Add a snowflake charm, pine sprig, or simple bow.

Optional: Place an LED tealight inside for a soft winter glow.

2. Prepare the Paper Slips

Cut small paper strips.On each one, write:

• Something you’re grateful for

• A moment God showed up

• A lesson learned

• A prayer answered

You can write dates or names if you’d like.

3. Add Scripture

Place a small scripture inside or tie it to the outside:

• Psalm 103:2

• Lamentations 3:22–23

• Psalm 77:11

4. Fill the Jar

Fold the slips and place them inside the jar throughout the day.

5. How to Use

• Fill it on December 28

• Read them on December 31

• Or save it to open next Christmas

✝️ Faith Reflection:

Psalm 107:1 (KJV)“O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.”

Gratitude grounds us — reminding us that God was faithful in every season.