Gratitude

Jesus told a story about ten lepers who were healed. Only one returned to say “thank you.” I hope I am always the one.

We are where we are because of people God has put in our lives.

I challenge you to make a list of ten people who have influenced you and write them each a personal note of gratitude.

Your list might include:

• Your mom or dad.
• Your grandparents.
• Your fifth grade teacher, your eighth grade coach, or your preaching professor from seminary.
• Your youth pastor from childhood, the speaker who came to your youth camp, or the volunteer leader who listened to you when you were hurting.
• Your friend who prayed for you daily.
• The author of some book that touched your life in a deep way.
• Some pastor you’ve never met but feeds you spiritually weekly on your iPod.
• Some person who said one thing that encouraged you when you needed it.

Who are a few of the people for whom you’re grateful? When are you going to write that letter you’ve been putting off?

Tags: communication, Gratitude, relationships

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