The Necessity of Gratitude

November 25th, 2025 | 3 min read

Gratitude is an attitude that is highly cherished culturally, socially and more so in the Christian life. Ingratitude on the other hand is frowned upon. In my culture ingratitude is likened to the sin of witchcraft. People are called out for failing to show gratitude.

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Nelson Musipa

Nelson Musipa works for the Navigators in Zambia as an international funding coach and the director of Teachers with a Mission.

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The Necessity of Gratitude

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