Grace: The unmerited and undeserved favor of God

When people lose sight of the significance of Jesus' work on the cross, they also lose a proper understanding of grace. Grace is central to the Christian faith. Without an understanding of Jesus' sacrifice and the forgiveness it offers, people may start to rely on their own efforts or works to earn salvation. This leads to a distorted view of Christianity, and a lack of understanding of the true nature of God's grace.
Grace is the unmerited and undeserved favor of God, the free gift of salvation offered to humanity through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

However, Gratitude is often considered a natural outcome of receiving grace. Gratitude is often considered an emotional response that cannot be manufactured or forced. It arises naturally when the heart is impacted and touched by the blessings and goodness of God. It is a natural response when people understand the depth of God's love, mercy, and grace towards them.
When people truly understand the magnitude of the gift of salvation that is offered through Jesus Christ, and the depth of God's love and grace towards them, it can naturally lead to feelings of gratitude. This gratitude is not something that can be manufactured or forced, but it arises from a heart that is touched by the love and grace of God. It's important to note that feelings of gratitude can also be cultivated and nurtured by regularly reflecting on God's blessings, meditating on scripture and by practicing gratitude through prayers and journaling. These actions may help to open our hearts to God's love and grace, making us more receptive to feelings of gratitude.

Psalms 107:1 - "Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever."