How to Thank God When You Don’t Feel Thankful | Episode 37


November 25, 2025

[New Episode]

How to Thank God When You Don’t Feel Thankful

What if gratitude feels forced or fake when life is hard?

Can faith and grief coexist when you’re raising an autistic or medically complex child?

As a Christian Autism Mom or Medical Mom, gratitude can feel impossible when you’re advocating endlessly, juggling appointments, and carrying grief that few people understand. But in this episode, we’re exploring how to practice real gratitude... not the “put on a smile” kind, but the kind that anchors your soul when everything else feels uncertain.

We’ll unpack:

  • Why God calls us to give thanks even in chaos
  • How gratitude becomes a spiritual practice that strengthens faith
  • How to find hope and perspective when your prayers feel unanswered

You’ll walk away with simple ways to cultivate gratitude even in the hardest seasons, and a reminder that God sees you, loves you, and is with you in every storm.

37 | How to Thank God

When You Don’t Feel Thankful

"Gratitude in the storm is choosing to see God’s presence in the chaos, the grief, and even the unanswered prayers."

Rev. Ash Dion

Host, The Be Mighty Mom Podcast

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*This is not advice for your specific situation, only a personal reflection on what worked for my family. Always seek professional medical and therapeutic guidance to determine the right path for your child while continuing to pray to God for clarity. I will never provide advice on how to properly care for your child. I am here to help guide moms toward Christ, not to replace professional expertise.

Ash Dion | The Be Mighty Mom Ministry | 2025 Copyright

The Be Mighty Mom Ministry

Hi, I’m Ash, host of The Be Mighty Mom Podcast and reverend at The Be Mighty Mom Ministry. I left my corporate job at Disney when my son was diagnosed with a rare disease. In the middle of hospital stays, therapies, and an autism diagnosis, I found myself questioning God more than I ever thought I would. Now, I help other moms walking the road of autism, rare disease, or medical complexity draw closer to God in the middle of their doubt, grief, and exhaustion through prayer. Each week, you’ll get scripture, encouragement, and honest reflections to remind you that God hasn’t left you. He’s walking with you.

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