I know this isn't something new to us but it shouldn't be what you would not want to do. Being grateful is something important for us as human beings and as someone who keeps sleeping and waking up each time. When someone gives you something, you need to appreciate him or her as it makes you a grateful soul.
Gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what an individual receives, whether tangible or intangible. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives.
It is mandatory for us to always show gratitude especially to God for all He has done for us. Whenever we ask Him for something, and he does it, isn't it necessary to appreciate Him? Most times, He does things we cannot see but as we are alive, we are enjoying those things but when we try to act being ungrateful, He is always sad to see His children He has done favor for not thanking Him. Do you take him as a fool? Though He may not take away that thing immediately, but it only closes another door of opportunity for you.
"He who is grateful for today, lives to receive more tomorrow".
WHY SHOULD YOU BE GRATEFUL?
There are three major reasons I will be talking about today and you need to see why it is important and crucial to open your mouth to appreciate Him (God).
BE GRATEFUL FOR GOOD HEALTH
Have you ever been to an hospital before? If you have been there, you will understand why it is important to be grateful to God. I have been to different hospitals and I couldn't close my mouth to see how patients on the sick bed aren't comfortable, they cry and wail in pain. You are Hale and Hearty but still, you count it as nothing to you. Those who are sick are praying and wishing to be healthy, but their condition in the hospital is getting worse and it's only Mercy that can save and heal them.
Yesterday, I was in the hospital and I was like "God, I am very grateful for my health". At least you are not being forced to eat, breathe, walk, sit etc. Go to the hospital, they pay for everything, even the bed they sleep on. Appreciate God for your health. You are eating daily and can even move your body parts, be grateful.
BE GRATEFUL FOR FOOD
I really imagine how some aren't fed once in a day. They wish to eat what they feel like but condition warrant them not eating it. Some find it difficult to put food through their mouth but you are always seeing something to eat. Be grateful because not everyone you see are satisfied and living comfortably. There are lots of people out there begging for food to eat even once so they can fight the hunger in them. Some even have food but are wasting it, thank God for providing meal to eat for you.
BE GRATEFUL FOR SAFETY
Even if not for anything, thanking God for safety is my priority. I use to say something that "the same road you passed today has turned to death toll for some people". Going from one place to another is something to be grateful for, the protection and safety that God has granted you is enough to wake up everyday to say "thank you Lord". Not everyone who went out return back home safely. Be grateful for that journey you take everyday. Some have met their untimely death through Journey, it is very important to show gratitude and not be an ingrate.
God is never happy with those that never appreciate Him for things He has done. Even if he hasn't answered your prayer, think about the gift of sleeping and waking up. It is necessary and important to appreciate God.
In Summary,
“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Saying "Thank you" to man makes him want to do more. Talk much of God who has everything in his hands. A grateful heart will always receive more.