#Romans 1:21; Luke 17:15-16; Psalm 103:2-5#
Kent discusses the importance of choosing gratitude, defining it as a learned behavior and a vital characteristic of Christ-followers. He highlights that a society's moral breakdown stems from the unwillingness to acknowledge God and a resistance to expressing gratitude. Kent illustrates this with the story of the ten lepers, emphasizing that gratitude is a choice that reminds us we are not entitled to blessings and that we cannot get along on our own. He argues that entitlement is the enemy of gratitude, blinding us to God's generosity. Kent encourages increased awareness of God's presence to foster gratitude, sharing a personal anecdote about his cousin's miraculous healing to underscore God's faithfulness. He challenges the congregation to express gratitude seven times a day for a week, emphasizing its transformative power and its expression through prayer, sharing, and acknowledgment of others. The sermon concludes with an invitation to give thanks and praise to God for his blessings and reminds listeners to give thanks to those who prepare meals and/or serve in a helpful way.