Centuries before Abraham Lincoln made Thanksgiving an American holiday by official proclamation in 1863, the apostle Paul was calling Christ-followers to a daily life of thankfulness.
In fact, Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians contains what we could call one of the most dramatic proclamations on giving thanks in the Scriptures: “to give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Now, I know it isn’t always easy to give thanks. In fact, it’s tempting at times to throw up our hands and say, “This is just too hard!” But take heart. Paul knew a thing or two about difficult times. He knew the pain of prison and persecution, and unspeakable hardship.
So when Paul, the greatest Christian who ever lived, tells us to “give thanks in ALL things” this is no ivory tower proclamation. No. It’s a bold statement of trust.
You see, when you give thanks in all things you acknowledge that God is in control of everything!
I can assure you that whatever you are facing, God is still in control. Assure your family and friends of this today when you give thanks for the blessings in your life!
In fact, Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians contains what we could call one of the most dramatic proclamations on giving thanks in the Scriptures: “to give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Now, I know it isn’t always easy to give thanks. In fact, it’s tempting at times to throw up our hands and say, “This is just too hard!” But take heart. Paul knew a thing or two about difficult times. He knew the pain of prison and persecution, and unspeakable hardship.
So when Paul, the greatest Christian who ever lived, tells us to “give thanks in ALL things” this is no ivory tower proclamation. No. It’s a bold statement of trust.
You see, when you give thanks in all things you acknowledge that God is in control of everything!
I can assure you that whatever you are facing, God is still in control. Assure your family and friends of this today when you give thanks for the blessings in your life!
Bro. Ron
