TAKEN FOR GRANTED

Like most people, I don’t like being taken for granted, but to be completely honest, I take things for granted all the time. Little things, big things, actually, almost anything; these are the objects of my undeserved presumptions. It is embarrassing how quickly our ego can turn an unearned privilege into an absolute right! How sad and foolish. A thankful heart is the key to freedom from taking things for granted. Worship and praise is a sure path to deliverance from ungratefulness. Lord, I am awakened for a moment from the dulling power of pridefulness. From my heart I sincerely praise you for…well, everything. Help me to recognize Your constant provision and to be genuinely and continually thankful.