"Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name."
In the temple, worshippers came through the gates with thanksgiving before they came near. Gratitude is the doorway into God's presence.
When prayer feels hard, start here. Before asking for anything, simply thank Him. Thanksgiving turns our eyes from what we lack to who He is.
Prayer
Lord, I come into Your presence with thanksgiving. Thank You for who You are and all You have done. I bless Your name. Amen.
Today's step
Begin every prayer today with at least three things you are thankful for.