“Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn't worship him as God or even give him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused.” (Romans 1:21 NLT)
Everyone can agree that gratitude is a positive thing. However, acknowledging God and giving Him thanks is not considered crucial. A person is often regarded enlightened if he has a general attitude of thankfulness, directed at no one in particular. Many imagine that good luck, their own abilities and foresight, or ‘the universe’ are responsible for their fortune. Yet, when bad things happen, they are quick to conclude that God is unfair and uncaring.
Misplaced gratitude leads to misdirection. When we fail to give God the credit, we often reroute it to ourselves. We imagine the Self is lord and master. Eventually this can spiral downward into dark delusions of self-absorption and emptiness.
Lord, we shall honor you with thanksgiving and praise--for everything is from you. We pray that you will direct our hearts to You and save us from delusions and senselessness. When we turn away from you, gently turn us back.
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