3D Thankfulness for Faith-Driven Founders

Today, as offices across America sit empty and families gather, I want to share something powerful for your journey — something I practice myself every year:

Be thankful in 3D — past, present, and future.

And yes — for those of you outside the U.S. who aren’t celebrating Thanksgiving today, we still love you. There is no Startup Church today, but this message is for you too.

1️⃣ The Past — Be Thankful for What God Brought You Through

Every founder I know has walked through fire: setbacks, delays, unexpected turns, breakthroughs, and miracles.

Somehow, God carried you through every single one.

Be thankful for the lessons, the scars, the wisdom gained, the victories earned.
You lived to fight, build, and create another day.

Your past didn’t break you — it prepared you.

2️⃣ The Present — Be Thankful for What God Is Doing Right Now

Even when the scoreboard doesn’t look great.
Even when progress feels slow.
Even when you can’t see the pieces coming together.

God is moving in ways you can’t see, orchestrating things on your behalf.
Be thankful that His plan is still to prosper you — even today.

Right here. Right now.

3️⃣ The Future — Be Thankful for What God Has Prepared Ahead

Thankfulness is not just reflection — it’s expectation.

Walk into your future knowing:
God has plans for you.
Plans for your family.
Plans for your startup.

The path is bright — even when the day feels dim.
Just keep walking.

From 3D → 4D: The Founder’s Faith Advantage

When you learn to walk by faith — thanking God for the past, trusting Him in the present, and expecting greatness in the future — you unlock a full 360-degree view of your life:

Foresight — What God has prepared ahead of you
Insight — What He’s building within you
Oversight — What He’s orchestrating around you
Hindsight — What He already did to prepare you

This is the 4D anointing — the God-given power and ability to succeed wildly.
And it begins with a grateful founder’s heart.

Enjoy Today. Be Present. Be Thankful.

Whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving or simply enjoying a quiet Thursday somewhere else in the world…

Take a deep breath.
Enjoy your family.
Rest.
Reflect.
Be grateful.

And yes — you will think about your startup today.
That’s what founders do.

Just make sure you’re thankful while you do it.

To your faith, your future, and your calling —
Happy Thanksgiving.

— Gerald Duran
CanaGlobal Venture Studio