Practices Gratefulness

Life Group Questions1. “When it comes to life, the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude.” ~ G.K. Chesterton. a. What is your reaction to this quote?b. How can you live your life differently in light of this quote?2. Please describe the best circumstances in which you should practice gratefulness. 3. We all fail to practice gratefulness. What is the typical reason that you fail to practice gratefulness?4. Should you evaluate a church and its people based on your preferences? If so, why? If not, why and what standard should be used? Explain.5. Who, in your life, are you taking for granted? How will you express your gratitude?Bonus: Here is a list of church-related services that are often taken for granted. Pick one or two. Find out who does it. Express your gratitude.a. Work crew – landscaping; repairb. Cleaning crew – cleans the buildings weeklyc. Ministry heads – leading mens’ and womens’ ministry and eventsd. Pastors & Elders e. Communion setup f. Social media & graphicsg. Photosh. Discipleship program leaders and mentorsi. Counseling programj. Church administration k. Lodge event sales and managementl. Digital ministry (website, apps, church center, and planning center)m. Youth leadersn. Kingdom Kids leaderso. Nursery leadersp. Life Group leadersq. Strike team (setup/teardown/signs)r. First Impressions Ministry team (greeters/hospitality)s. Worship team and audio/visual teamt. Sunday School teachersu. Announcement team