Certainly thankfulness should be in the life of every Christian because He has given us great blessings in Christ. Just think of what the the Lord has done on your behalf. Can you, with confidence declare from your lips what blessings He has bestowed on you. A thankful attitude and a grateful heart should be overflowing in us at all times, just listen to how these verses in the Psalms speak to giving thanks to the LORD (Psalm 50:23) (Psalm 52:9) (Psalm 54:6) (Psalm 107:21-22) (Psalm 147:1) (Ephesians 5:20) (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Wow! What great things speaking of thanks. Are you thankful today?
Not only are we to be thankful in everything, but for everything. To understand why this is God’s will for you let’s consider…..
1. The Need To Give Thanks
- Ingratitude displeases God, it is among the sins that define the perilous times we’re in
- Read: (2 Timothy 3:1-5) (Romans 1:18-21)
2. We Need An Attitude Of Gratitude
- Thankful for what the Father has done for us – (Colossians 1:9-14)
- Abounding in thanksgiving – (Colossians 2:7)
- A part of the “garment” we are to put on as a “New Man” – (Colossians 3:12-15)
- Giving of thanks is to be a complement to our prayers – (Colossians 4:2) (1 Timothy 2:1-7)
May you get alone with the Lord today and find out from Him what you should be thankful for if you are not sure. When it is revealed to you, never stop thanking Him.