Being Ungrateful in the New Year; Don’t forget God, Always be thankful

 

Read: Luke 17:22-19   

 

Good Morning!

As we approach the end of this year and anticipate the arrival of a new year, what blessings have you overlooked in expressing thanks and gratitude to our Lord and Savior?

Why are so many Christians ungrateful?

  In Luke chapter 17, the story of the ten lepers being healed is well-known to many. Due to their leprosy, these castaways have been isolated from the community. Recognizing Jesus, these men notice him as he passes through a small village. It is safe to assume these men prayed for a miracle, they hoped to be whole again. We don't know why Christ detoured, but

these ten lepers knew who Jesus was and heard about his miracle healings.

  As Christians, we profess to know Christ, just like these ten lepers did. We can also compare ourselves to them. In times of need, we pray in the name of Jesus. Our Savior often responds without asking questions, just as he did for the ten lepers. In Luke 17:13, the men shouted to Jesus, asking for His mercy. Jesus immediately instructed, without hesitation, "Go and present yourselves to the priest." Christ healed these men without asking any questions.

 Verifying their healing/cleansing, the trip to the Priest was essential.

 God's healing process took time to take effect. The manifestation took place while on the road to the priest. The Gentile, after being healed, stopped and returned to Christ to express gratitude for the healing. The others continued on their journey

.  Have you forgotten to thank God for what he has done for you this year? Have you asked for something and it has not yet manifested? Take time to thank God for past blessings and thank Him in advance for what is coming, regardless of the situation.

 

 In Deuteronomy  8:1-20, God reminds the children of Israel once you are satisfied don’t forget to praise the Lord. Don't forget God as the new year rings in and this year ends. Every blessing should be appreciated and valued. Increase your praise and gratitude towards God.

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Do not forget God

 Though we may be in a dark or humbling place in life, instead of complaining and crying out to God, we should trust in Him to lead us through the ordeal.

This is a great example of the children of Israel. Towards the end of their 40-year journey, God reminded them not to forget Him (Deut. 8). He reminded them that those years in the wilderness were to humble and test them to know what was in their hearts. From His guidance and protection throughout all those years, neither their clothes nor their shoes wore, and their feet did not swell. The years were humbling over time but the children were reminded that during their dark journey, God supplied them with all they needed: food, protection, clothing, and guidance.

When we forget, God is disappointed with us. The job you prayed for, the escape from an abusive relationship, or the sustenance you had when money was low - these are the things for which you are grateful. Through what has God brought you? With what are you struggling, and why are you going through it alone? 

It is after these miraculous things we tend to forget God. When we don't remember God and begin to worship and idolize material things (false gods), He has promised to testify against us and we shall perish. Forget not the Lord. Remember how He led you through your wilderness. Trust in Him and He will lead you through.