Gratitude is an attitude that is highly cherished culturally, socially and more so in the Christian life. Ingratitude on the other hand is frowned upon. In my culture ingratitude is likened to the sin of witchcraft. People are called out for failing to show gratitude.
Culturally every time I do some act of kindness to my relatives, they express their gratitude and pronounce a blessing over my life. Gratitude is cherished in most cultures.
When it comes to the Christian life, gratitude is imperative. It is taught, commanded and commended as a way of life for Christians. It is something that should flow out of one’s relationship with Christ and an understanding that I brought nothing in this world and everything I have is a gift.
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