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Train My MIND…to COMMIT to God’s Expectations (17:17-18)

1. God expects gratitude—this is not optional
2. God doesn’t just appreciate gratitude—He commands it (Col. 3:15; 1 Thess. 5:18)
3. Ingratitude is not small—it is sinful
4. “Unthankful” describes the wicked who dishonored and forsook God (Rom. 1:21)
5. “Ungrateful” characterizes a rebellious, self-centered people (2 Tim. 3:1-2)

Train My EYES…to COUNT God’s Blessings (17:12-14)

1. See God’s mercy—He gives what I truly need (Psa. 119:132; 2 Pet. 3:9; Tit. 2:11)
2. See God’s grace—He gives more than I deserve (1 Tim. 1:14; Eph. 2:8; Psa. 68:19)
3. See God’s work—He is working good in our lives (Psa. 34:8)
4. See God consistently—He must be remembered and recounted (Psa. 103:2)

Train My MOUTH…to CELEBRATE God’s Goodness (17:15-16)

1. Return to God deliberately
2. Bow before God humbly
3. Praise God openly
4. Thank God continually

Give Thanks for the Lord for His Salvation

1. By believing Jesus is God’s Son – Acts 16:31
2. By repenting of your sins – Acts 2:38
3. By confessing my faith – Romans 10:9
4. By being immersed into Christ – Galatians 3:27
   1. • God will wash away every sin – Acts 22:16
      • God will add you to His church – Acts 2:47
      • God will register you in heaven – Hebrews 12:23
5. By continuing to live faithfully – Revelation 2:10