Gratitude Lunch
Some time ago, I read a touching story. Three times a month, Jermaine Washington and Michelle Stevens get together for what they call a “gratitude lunch.” They do this for a very good reason! Washington donated one of his kidneys to Stevens.
Originally, they met at work and often ate lunch together. One day Michelle broke down and cried as she spoke about waiting on a kidney donor list for 11 months. She was being sustained by kidney dialysis but suffered chronic fatigue and blackouts. On top of all that, she was plagued by joint pain. Because Washington couldn’t stand the thought of watching his friend suffer, he gave her one of his kidneys.
It is a beautiful story. And I love their response. I love the idea of a “gratitude lunch.” What a great way to remember and celebrate!
In just a few weeks, we will be celebrating our own “gratitude lunch – or dinner.” But this story made me think about how our lives could be so much richer if we spread a little Thanksgiving celebration all throughout the year.
I wonder what you have excuses you might come up with to set up a few “gratitude lunches” of your own.
Let us pray: We have so much to be grateful for, O God. May we never fail to notice and celebrate all your blessings; and to give as we have received; through Jesus Christ. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
