Jamie Munson wrote about "Gratitude vs. Greed" and how our attitudes affect every aspect of life: our desires, view of money, perspective, job, church, relationships and so many more part of our day. He says in regard to God's grace:
Rather than cultivating humble appreciation, we covet a higher
standard of living. Rather than gratitude for His grace, we
exhibit greed for our own gain.
I see two very clear cause-consequence scriptures that I encourage you to study. First, Phil. 2:14-18 shows us that "laboring in vain" begins with grumbling and a contentious attitude...not a thankful heart. Rejoicing is done by those who "hold firmly to the word of life". Secondly, Ephesians 5:18-20 tells us that praise, singing and thanksgiving flows out of the person controlled by the Spirit of God.
It's a choice: a grateful heart or a greedy one? It will affect everything we do today. What is spilling out of you today?
For further study: Ecc. 5:10, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 136:1, Matt. 6:24, Luke 12:15, John 15:10, 1 Tim. 6:10, 2 Tim. 2:15, Heb. 12:28, James 1:17.
Be blessed in your understanding of God's word.
Love,
Holly
