“O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good: for his mercy endureth forever.” Ps. 107:1

Gratitude - Appreciation of kindness

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thes.5:18

“Where are the Nine?” Lk. 17:17

Luke 17:15 And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God,16. And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.17. And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine?

“I thank thee, O Father” Matt. 11:25

“And he took the cup and gave thanks” Matt.26:27

“Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me” Jn.11:41

“He took the seven loaves, and gave thanks” Mk.8:6-7

Forget their giver - Jas. 1:17

Ignore the gifts - do not count their blessings

Take blessings for granted

Conceit – forget that God is source of all blessings

Fail to express their gratitude – Rom.1:21-22

A believing Heart - Rom. 8:28

A heart that considers - Isa. 1:3

Thank is from same word as Think

To think is to thank, consider, ponder,

meditate

Luke 17:15 “saw” = be aware, consider

A Loving Heart

Be mindful of the common blessings Health Families Homes and cars Friends

Notice Special Blessings Write a note - small gift Right thing at right time

Determine to be a blessing to others Gratitude sets forth a chain reaction

Benefits of GratitudeBenefits of Gratitude

Grateful people are more:

Optimistic

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Determined

Interested

Joyful

Benefits of GratitudeBenefits of Gratitude

Grateful people:

Feel stronger about handling challenges

Have fewer illnesses

Get more sleep

Exercise More

Benefits of GratitudeBenefits of Gratitude

Those people who are grateful:

Are more likely to help other people

Are less envious

Have more clear thinking

Experience less stress

Are more organized

Benefits of GratitudeBenefits of Gratitude

Grateful people

Have closer family ties

Are less materialistic

Have longer lives

LoveLove

“O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good: for his mercy endureth forever.” Ps. 107:1

“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thes.5:18

We need training in the art of gratitudeCan you love God without gratitude ?Can you love anyone without gratitude?

Plan of Salvation - H.B.R.C.BObedience shows our appreciation

Sermon by Arthur Pigman

Evans Church of Christ

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Evans, Ga. 30809

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Sunday Morning Nov. 28, 2010