Young people today are often characterized by having an attitude of entitlement. They seem to think we and/or the world owes them something, they deserve what they get. I have heard many parents share how it grieves their heart that their children presume it is their responsibility to provide above and beyond the necessities - with little or no gratitude. Anger runs high because others don't necessarily cooperate with their self-centered agenda. Many, not all, but many of our young people live as if the world revolves around them.
Youth?
Who am I kidding? These statements are just as true about me. I am often characterized by having an attitude of entitlement. I, too, fail to return thanks for the many, many, many blessings God rains upon me. I get angry sometimes when others don't live or respond according to my self-centered agenda (also known as idolatry). I admit, there are times I want the world to revolve around me. Youth? NO... ME. But it's even worse than that. I presume upon God every time I choose sin rather than repentance and obedience.
Attitudes of entitlement are not new with today's youth. As far back as the Garden of Eden people have presumed upon God and His grace. Rather than looking around perhaps we need to look in.
Father, I am guilty of exactly what I accuse youth of, presumption. Thank you that the blood of Jesus covers even this sin. Thank you for grace. Change me, Lord.
Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance? Romans 2:4
Diane
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