Ungratefulness

Sometimes kids can come across as entitled or ungrateful, and they really don’t even realize they are doing it. In this week’s Brite lesson, kids will learn about one man out of ten who came back to thank Jesus for a life-changing miracle. Look for opportunities to help kids focus on gratitude rather than complaining. Coach them to say “thank you” to each other when appropriate. Also, frequently discuss things your family can thank and praise God for.

Here’s how we discussed this topic and how you can discuss it at home: 

Discuss: Is it easier to be thankful or to complain?

Discuss: Why might it be hard to remember to be thankful?

Discuss: What do you think God has to say about that?

Say: We live in a culture where people focus on what they think they’re entitled to have and also complain about what they don’t have. It is easy to focus on those things instead of being grateful for all the many things God has given us. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says: Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. God calls us to have a grateful heart. God gives us so many amazing blessings! We can challenge ourselves to focus on the good of what He has provided instead of grumbling.