By Ebele Egoh
A cleric of the Anglican Communion, Rev. Canon Henry Nwachukwu, has urged Christians to remain grateful to God and appreciate His goodness and blessings, irrespective of their circumstances.
Nwachukwu gave the advice on Nov. 8 while delivering a sermon at the cash harvest of St. Stephen’s Zone, St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, Ifite Awka, with the theme, “Harvest of Open Doors.”
He urged Christians to make thanksgiving a way of life, citing the biblical account of Jesus Christ healing 10 lepers, only one of whom returned to express gratitude.
He said that Christians should never take God’s goodness for granted, adding that a grateful heart was important in recognising and appreciating His blessings.
The cleric, an indigene of Ifite Awka and a member of the church, appreciated members of the zone for coming together to thank God through the annual harvest.
Nwachukwu, who serves at St. Barnabas Parish, Ojoto, also encouraged Christians to appreciate people who make positive contributions to their lives, noting that such gestures could motivate them to do more.
He urged members of the zone to give according to their abilities and with sincere hearts.
He further called on churches to recognise and appreciate individuals who consistently support church activities and projects.
According to him, acknowledging such contributions makes people feel valued and encourages them to sustain their support for the growth and development of the church.
Ebele Egoh is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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