5 Minute Torah - Eikev - Why Does God Command Gratitude?

Have you ever noticed how quickly gratitude fades once your needs have been met? Why would God have to command us to be thankful? Shouldn't gratitude come naturally? In this week's 5 Minute Torah, we explore one of the most overlooked commandments in Scripture: the mitzvah of gratitude. Drawing from Deuteronomy 8 and Yeshua's healing of the ten lepers in Luke 17, we'll discover why only one man returned to give thanks—and why that story reveals something profound about the human heart. The Hebrew concept of hakarat hatov—"recognizing the good"—teaches us that gratitude is far more than saying "thank you." It is intentionally recognizing the blessings God has already placed in our lives before they disappear into the background of everyday routine. Could it be that thankfulness isn't merely a feeling, but a spiritual discipline that guards us from forgetting the One who provides everything we have? Join us as we discover how the biblical practice of Birkat HaMazon (Grace After Meals) can reshape our hearts, deepen our relationship with God, and transform the way we see every blessing in this week's 5 Minute Torah. If this teaching encourages you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs the reminder to recognize the good. Join Shalom Macon Live! at 11am EST every Saturday (#Shabbat) for uplifting Worship Music and Teachings If you get value from our work, please consider Supporting Shalom Macon: -- Ways to Support Shalom Macon -- Our Website | https://www.shalomacon.org/give Tithe.ly | https://tithe.ly/give?c=329563 PayPal | giving@shalomacon.org Text "GIVE" to (706) 739-5990 God provides for the work of Shalom Macon through the giving of those who benefit from that work and in turn, give generously to allow it to continue. Whether you are an in-person or virtual member, your support is vital to sharing the message. We thank you for joining us, Shabbat Shalom!