There’s a kind of thankfulness that transcends politeness or routine. It goes beyond the quick “thank you” at the checkout line or after a nice gesture. It’s the kind of gratitude that aligns you with something vast, something beyond yourself. Walter C. Lanyon's teaching in Thank You, Father points right to this depth: true divine recognition. This isn’t about trying to get something. It’s about knowing it’s already yours.
Lanyon talks about a “Thank you, Father” that isn’t about hope or pleading. It’s a deep, settled acknowledgment that what you’re asking for has already been given. It’s the kind of “thank you” you give when the reality of your desire has already solidified inside you. In Lanyon's words, it’s not just a phrase, but a feeling and a knowing.
If you’re familiar with my work, you know that I talk about manifesting by embodying your ideal self now. This “Thank you, Father” is similar, but it’s not about effort or hard work. Instead, it’s about recognizing that the very thing you want is part of the flow of who you are.
Recognizing Your True Power
Lanyon points out something critical here: it’s not our personal effort that creates results. It’s the awareness and acknowledgment that the power to shape our lives comes from a deeper source. When we say “Thank you, Father” with full recognition, we stop struggling. We let go and allow this inner divine power to work through us. No more hustling to force an outcome. No more “if I work hard enough, I’ll earn it.” Just gratitude. Pure and simple.
Going Beyond Affirmations
Affirmations are just words if they’re not felt. You can repeat something over and over, but without belief, it’s empty. Lanyon’s lesson here? Stop trying to convince yourself with words. Instead, rest in the truth that it’s already done. This isn’t just about asking; it’s about knowing and accepting that it’s already part of your reality.
Imagine saying, “Thank you, Father,” and actually feeling the outcome in your bones. Picture yourself living in that reality. When your thankfulness comes from that place, the results show up.
Real-World Application: Letting the Divine Do the Heavy Lifting
When you’re in a tight spot, this kind of thankfulness can feel counterintuitive. You want to push, to make something happen. But what if instead, you sat back, said “Thank you, Father,” and allowed things to unfold? Trusting that what’s meant for you can never miss you.
In my Faithful Visionary Project (FVP) and 1:1 coaching, we explore what it’s like to live from this place of deep recognition. We move beyond mere affirmations to a state of true acceptance, where your desires manifest without forcing or pushing. You don’t need to carry the weight alone. Instead, you learn to say, “Thank you, Father,” and trust the process.
