So David went up [to Hebron] with his two wives, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail, the widow of Nabal of Carmel. David also took the men who were with him, each with his family, and they settled in Hebron and its towns. Then the men of Judah came to Hebron and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah.
      When David was told that it was the men of Jabesh Gilead who had buried Saul, he sent messengers to the men of Jabesh Gilead to say to them, "The LORD bless you for showing this kindness to Saul your master by burying him. May the LORD now show you kindness and faithfulness, and I too will show you the same favor because you have done this. Now then, be strong and brave, for Saul your master is dead, and the house of Judah has anointed me king over them." 2 Samuel 1:2-7

Despite David's problems with Saul, he was grateful for those who actually buried Saul. David was clearly cut from a different cloth, so to speak. He took a strong stand against any who opposed the King, and brought blessing to those who honored the King. He could have just ignored the issue, but he made it a point to call out those who would normally never get the credit.

Being grateful for the little (and not so little) things is an important part of the Christian walk. Those reading this devotional are probably grateful men and women. You're grateful for the little things in life. But you don't get a lot of credit. Despite what the world says, you are doing what's right. You are walking step by step with Christ and He sees your faithfulness. The world will not recognize it as such and may mock you for it. Hang in there. Keep at it. Continue to show your gratitude and thankfulness for what you've been brought through. As the Scriptures say, "your labor is not in vain."