Gratefulness In Faith
vs. entitlement
Appreciating what I have and how others help me
To practice Gratefulness, I will: 
- show others how much I appreciate them
- write thank-you notes
- take care of what I have
- count my benefits rather than my burdens
- be content
The Greatest of Virtues
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others.” Cicero argued this centuries ago but it appears to be time-honored wisdom. A constant and consistent focus on Gratefulness is transformational in our lives. Gratefulness goes beyond the simple kindness of responding to a gift with a “Thank You”. Gratefulness is being grateful for the giver, not just gift. It is seeking the good when faced with difficulties and failures. It is recognizing that the greatest blessings in our lives are the people and then showing genuine appreciation for them in your life. It is understanding that the best way to say “thank you” is to give back and that it may not be directly to the person who gave to you. Focusing on gratefulness helps us to be more Christ-like in our relationships and attitudes. When we are grateful, we feel and act abundantly blessed. This feeling ripples into everything we do.
This month, practice gratefulness in good times and in bad.
The Links below will take you to Resources you can use in a Christian Faith Based setting
to encourage the Character Quality of Gratefulness.
Our other Pillars have resources that can be adapted for use in a Christian setting.
Visit Gratefulness in School>>
Activities
No Matter How You Say It
Curriculum Connections
Croskey’s Corner
Visit Gratefulness in Business>>
Teambuilding
Power Up with Character
Interview Questions
Adult Business Books
Visit Gratefulness in the Community>>
Quotes
Character All Month Calendar
Related Qualities
Character Holiday Activities
Family Activity (with a printable for sending home to parents)
Archived Faith Resources
1-Minute Testimonials
5-Minute Studies
Children and Family Resources