Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice. And he fell on his face at Jesus’ feet, giving him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan.

Luke 17:15-16

Jesus heals ten lepers, but only one of the ten sees that he has been cleansed. Rather than just going on with his life, the man stops and turns back. He praises God and then falls at Jesus’ feet as a way to express his gratitude.

The first step of gratitude requires that we see our blessings. The second step is to do what the leper did – to turn back or turn our attention to the benefactor or giver of the gift. The third step is to express our gratitude. We can express gratitude to God by simply saying thank you, praising him in song, and falling on our knees in worship as the leper did.

Take a moment to reflect on the last 24 hours. Recognize the gifts you have received. Turn your attention to God and thank him for them.