Gratefulness Character - Jim Logan

This sermon explores the character quality of gratefulness as a vital component of a Christian life, contrasting it with the modern culture of entitlement and ungratefulness. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 4:7 and 1 Timothy 6:6, the message emphasizes that true contentment and godliness are superior to material wealth, illustrating how misplaced priorities regarding money can lead to family heartache and spiritual emptiness. The central narrative focuses on the parable of the ten lepers in Luke 17, highlighting that only one returned to give thanks, thereby demonstrating that gratitude is the natural response to divine grace. The preacher identifies pride and unrealistic expectations as the primary hindrances to a grateful spirit, arguing that taking God and others for granted stems from a belief in self-achievement rather than received gift. The sermon concludes with a practical challenge for the congregation to actively express their appreciation by writing thank-you notes to individuals who have benefited their lives, asserting that gratitude is only as sincere as the effort made to express it.