On Palm Sunday, as we commemorate Jesus's triumphant entry into Jerusalem, we're reminded of the importance of maintaining our gratitude and appreciation for God's forgiveness and grace in our lives.

It's easy to become comfortable in our faith journey and forget where we came from. Life's challenges, church hurt, family issues, and past disappointments can create barriers that prevent us from maintaining intimate fellowship with God. When we forget what God has done for us, our praise becomes routine and our worship becomes circumstantial.

In Luke 7:36-48, we find the story of a sinful woman who brought an expensive alabaster flask of fragrant oil to anoint Jesus' feet. This wasn't ordinary oil - it was a costly, precious possession that represented:

The woman demonstrated true gratitude through:

Her actions stood in stark contrast to Simon the Pharisee, who failed to show Jesus even basic hospitality. This teaches us that those who have been forgiven much, love much.

To maintain our gratitude and love for Jesus:

This week, take time to reflect on your spiritual journey and ask yourself:

Challenge: Write down specific instances of God's grace and forgiveness in your life. Each day this week, thank Him for one of these moments and let it fuel your worship and dedication to Him.

Remember: Don't let the routine of religion cause you to forget the relationship that saved you. Your gratitude should match the magnitude of His grace in your life.