Matthew 6:11
Welcome to June 2024, month of Gratitude.
In the above scripture, Jesus was not just teaching us to pray to God for our physical and spiritual nourishment but it was a prayer for an opportunity to express and experience Gratitude.
Gratitudeis all about recognizing the good things in your life and the role that others play in those positive events. It can have a powerful role in your health and well-being.
Nearly everyone appreciates recognition for a job well done. This is particularly true for family members and friends who are faithful and loyal to others. Showing gratitude and expressing thanks for favors and when someone goes out of their way to listen or help is one of the best ways to improve relationships. Even God showed the importance of gratitude towards his people. “God is not unrighteous so as to forget your work and the love you showed for his name.” Hebrews 6:10.
Gratitudehelps you get closer to God by recognizing all the blessings in your life and makes it easier to focus on the positive.
How Often Do You Experience Gratitude?
You can evaluate your tendency to experience gratitude by asking yourself the following questions.
- Do you feel like you have a lot to be thankful for in your life?
- If you made a list of all the things you are grateful for, would that list be very long?
- When you look at the world, can you find many things to be grateful for?
- Do you feel like your appreciation for life and other people has grown stronger as you get older?
- Do you frequently experience moments where you appreciate someone or something?
- Do you appreciate a wide variety of people in your life?
If you answered yes to most of these questions, you probably have a strong sense of gratitude. If you answered no to many or all, you could take steps to bring more gratitude into your life.
This month we are focusing on practicing Gratitude to God, self and your neighbors
You are blessed and highly favored.