About two years ago, I met this young lady Cecelia (not her real name). In getting to know her, I realised that she was always complaining, never satisfied or appreciative about anything or anyone, whether be it her family, friends, colleagues and even her ministry members. Even if it was to her benefit, she would still find fault with something to just complain about. Her friends nicknamed her the big “C” (big complainer)
Recently, I met her again. To my surprise, I saw a complete transformation in her. She no longer grumbled or complained. I affirmed and complemented her for her positive outlook of life and inquired the reason for her transformation.
She then shared with me that she went on a mission trip to India and there stayed with the Missionaries of Charity. In her two weeks stay, she realised how blessed she was compared to the sick and the destitute. She came to realise how good God was to her and His love for her. Despite her perpetual complaints and lack of gratitude and appreciation of God’s goodness to her through the events and people in her life, God has always been faithful and blessed her.
Reflecting on Cecelia’s transformation from the big “C” to big “G” (gratitude), let us look at ourselves today, how often do we also complain when things do not go our way? Are we grateful for what God has blessed us with – the gifts, the talents, the comfortable way we live, for the people around us in our life who love and support us? Let us be encouraged us to give thanks and praise to God. Let us be reminded of the Lord’s goodness for His love for us endures forever. Let us be encouraged to always praise God for His greatness and His mighty works of blessings. Let us remember this awesome God of ours who loves, consoles, affirms and blesses us in abundance despite our lack of gratitude.
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Stay tuned for the next post by Br Benedict Chng on 2nd Apr 2011.
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