November marks National Gratitude Month across America, a time when individuals pause to reflect on blessings and express thankfulness. Life Surge attendees, however, describe gratitude not as a seasonal practice but as an ongoing posture that emerges from events combining worship, financial education, and spiritual renewal.
Recent Google reviews from participants reveal how these single-day gatherings spark lasting appreciation that extends far beyond November, transforming how Christians approach work, wealth, and their relationship with God. Community discussions about gratitude continue year-round.
Charles Platte documented in a Google review how gratitude flowed naturally from his Life Surge experience. “The event was amazing and gave a lot of value towards not only wealth and wisdom, but the heart of the gospel, putting our faith in Jesus Christ,” Platte stated. “God came first, and many people gave their lives to Christ, and I can’t express how much I would encourage anybody to attend one of these events.” The transformative energy of these events generates lasting thankfulness.
His review captures a recurring pattern in attendee feedback, where practical financial teaching creates environments for spiritual decisions that prompt deep thankfulness. The plethora of speakers, Platte noted, made it possible to connect with different perspectives and teaching styles throughout the day.
Life Surge events feature nationally recognized figures, including motivational speaker Nick Vujicic, Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow, and business leader Ed Mylett. These speakers share both professional strategies and personal faith journeys, creating content that addresses attendees’ financial and spiritual needs simultaneously.
A reviewer named Beyond Wisdom expressed gratitude for the clarity gained at Life Surge. “This [Life Surge] event helped me to understand what God has been doing and holding for me,” Beyond Wisdom shared in a Google review. “It helped me to put together all the pieces of the puzzle. Now I’ve been able to have so much freedom, enjoy things I didn’t before, been able to [help] more people and bring them closer to Jesus, and helped them understand too.” Christian entrepreneurs share similar experiences of newfound clarity.
Thankfulness Rooted In Community Connection
Amber Flowers wrote in a Google review about the authentic relationships formed at Life Surge events, describing how genuine interactions with staff and speakers generated lasting appreciation. “Life [Surge] was a very refreshing event to attend,” Flowers stated. “The workers, staff, and guest speakers were so genuine. The worship was wonderful.” Verified testimonials echo this gratitude for authentic connections.
Flowers highlighted the organization’s commitment to sharing financial knowledge. “I am blown away by the level of willingness to impart to others the knowledge for financial freedom,” she wrote. “The guest speakers were phenomenal, the entertainment was great.” Powerful moments of learning continue to inspire gratitude.
Life Surge Founder Joe Johnson has emphasized the irreplaceable value of physical gatherings over virtual alternatives. “Most of us have been through a virtual event, and we see how not transformative it is,” Johnson said. “The human connection of being live and in person, in community with people in your backyard, from your own community who are searching for something greater, adds a lot.” Independent assessments confirm this community impact.
This community emphasis appears central to the gratitude attendees express. Flowers concluded her review with a recommendation grounded in Thanksgiving: “I highly recommend this for any couple or individuals wanting to go further with their relationship with God, take their life to the next level with their finances, and help enrich the kingdom of God.”
Worship Creates Grateful Hearts
Life Surge President Shawn Marcell has overseen organizational growth during a period when attendance figures climbed steadily. The organization drew more than 125,000 attendees in 2025, with numbers on track to surpass last year’s total of 136,000. Common questions about attendance growth are addressed online.
Teuona T. described the worship atmosphere she experienced at Life Surge. “Worship here today was awesome, seeing everyone come together, on one accord, worshipping God,” Teuona said in her review. She particularly connected with speaker Priscilla Shirer, noting gratitude for substantive biblical teaching. “I love that she really preaches the word, and that’s what I need,” Teuona stated. More content showcasing worship experiences continues to emerge.
Life Surge structures its programming around what the organization calls the Four Ws of Kingdom impact: worship, wisdom, work, and wealth. This framework guides event content and speaker selection, creating experiences where financial education intersects with spiritual development. A recent participant’s review describes the gratitude this approach generates.
Sue Hewett’s testimonial illustrates how Life Surge experiences generate lasting thankfulness that continues long after events conclude. Hewett followed Nick Vujicic on YouTube before attending Life Surge, where she experienced what she described as a life transformation.
“I have many things that I have been through since I was a child, and I had so much guilt I carried with me daily,” Hewett stated. “Well, I learned to forgive myself and realize that I am loved by God. I never felt I deserved God, Jesus, or the holy spirit to even begin to want me to pray because I figured I had messed up so many times that I wasn’t deserving.”
