“In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” I Thessalonians 5:18 KJV Giving thanks in all circumstances helps us to recognize God’s many blessings in our lives, which in turn helps us to develop a thankful heart and spirit. And people who develop a thankful heart are happy people. God does not expect you to thank Him for the bad situations…
“Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:20 KJV God is so good to us. Not only did He give us life, but after mankind sinned and died spiritually, He then provided for our salvation to restore our fellowship to Him. If that was all God ever did for us, we have enough to be thankful for…
“And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.” Colossians 3:17 KJV God likes us to do what’s right; because then we make good decisions and that pleases Him. When we choose to say and do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, we are making a conscious effort to please God….