Humbly Grateful or Grumbly Hateful

As we approach and prepare for the holiday of gratitude, we are reminded in Scripture of many people who got this wrong. This is most prevalent in the story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt, into the wilderness, on their journey to the promised land. The Israelites constantly complained and grumbled whenever they got the least bit uncomfortable. Gratitude is to show that a kindness received is valued. So what have you received that God expects you to be grateful for? When we choose the attitude of gratitude, it is better for us, it is pleasing to God, and it has a positive impact on those around us. If we choose complaining, life becomes a wilderness. Be intentional on choosing thankfulness and gratitude today.