The Value of Gratitude
In Luke 17 we read that 10 men were healed but only one turned back to give thanks. The others were so excited that they went to reenter society. It’s critical to give God thanks for whatever He does in our lives, whether that’s healing, answer to prayer, helping us to mature in our faith, or for giving us another day. When we’re thankful, we push aside indifference and deepen our appreciation for what we have, instead of being constantly aware of what we lack. When we begin to thank God for what He’s done in our lives — even if we can barely get the words out — we will be transformed from murmuring to gratitude, from being self-absorbed to being reflective of who God is and how capable He is to take care of our every need. When we are conscious of all that God does for us, we will begin to focus on how rich we really are.
