Letter to my daughters - Thankfulness

Dear Deborah and Rachel,

I write to encourage you to develop an attitude of gratefulness and thanksgiving. Often, people are easily upset or disappointed because they expect more than what has been given to them or done for them. While it is natural for people to expect more, that isn't GOD's way. The Bible says that it is more blessed to give than to receive.

Greed often makes people want more, that's why GOD specifically says in one of the 10 commandments, "thou shall not covet" which means you shall not be jealous of what others have, or desire to have them. Selfishness also makes us demand more from others or do less for them.

GOD's way, on the other hand, is to serve, be humble, and thankful. Jesus said to His disciples that the greatest among them is the one who serves. Every day that we are alive and well is a great reason for thanking GOD. And the fact that we have a house to live in, the fact that you can enjoy dancing, music and sports, the fact that we get to eat at nice restaurants from time to time, these are all things to be thankful for. I encourage you to find other reasons to thank GOD as you go through each day. Then tell GOD how grateful you are. And the joy, peace and love of GOD will certainly overflow from you each day as you live with a spirit of
thanksgiving.

May the LORD's favour be upon you.

Love,
Papa