By, Tim Irving – Evangelism Team
Pastor Curt made a statement yesterday that should echo in our ears for the rest of our lives. “When you are grateful, it changes who you are.” Don’t drop into the lotus position but meditate on that for awhile. Think about the ten lepers Jesus healed near a village in the midst of Samaria and Galilee. All had a fatal disease, all were social outcasts for what remained of their lives, and all were healed. Nine of them were happy they had a life back and quickly took off to pursue it. Only one, in total gratitude, came back and fell at Jesus’ feet and loudly glorified God. Grateful people don’t have big egos. Grateful people aren’t greedy. While they may have unfulfilled desires, they are thankful for what they do have. Grateful people think of others because they know from where all their blessings flow. This Thanksgiving, meditate on Curt’s statement. Has your grateful heart changed you? Think of all the things you have, not what you don’t have or may have lost. Many lost much due to Ian, yet most still have more than much of the rest of the world. Think about all you’ve been blessed with, the beauty of where you live, your family, friends, your church family. It’s the Thanksgiving Holiday, give thanks, be grateful, and let that gratitude humble your heart. Thank You Lord, with a heart of praise and gratitude, we thank You!