Do you see any reason to be thankful in any situation even during the darkest time? These are some of the questions you need to answer if you want to improve your physical and spiritual life. However, do you know that being thankful should be part of our lives as Christians?
In this post, let me show you at least ten reasons why we must be thankful. Do you know why you should keep a grateful attitude? Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!
For He satisfies the longing soul, And fills the hungry soul with goodness. We deserve nothing but death when we sin and rebel against God. But instead of destroying us, God gives us the opportunity to change for the better. Thus, the goodness of God leads us to repentance Romans We often pray to God for His will to be done in our lives.
In fact, this is part of the model prayer Yahshua or Jesus taught us. Most people come and go on this earth without even knowing their purpose in life. This life prepares us for our future role in the Kingdom of God, and that is something that we should be thankful for. Having this hope and knowledge gives meaning to our lives.
Being thankful causes us to focus on how God can solve our problems. It gives us the ability to look into God for help rather than concentrate on our problems which makes us anxious. Thanking God for all the good things He has done gives us the peace of mind. It keeps us at peace knowing that God is with us and nothing can be against us.
When we are grateful, it is easier for us to worship God. Because thankfulness and praise are intimately connected. Feeling the power of community brought out praises. Most of us who belong to a local church family can agree that there is comfort and strength to be found in fellowship. We are given chances to serve each other and help each other grow closer to our Lord. The sound of thanks coming from a congregation sounds sweet to God.
The Apostle Paul wrote repeatedly that the followers of Christ have been set apart by God. He taught that believers have the privilege and responsibility of growing in holiness and of joining the Lord in His work.
Paul also mentions God's plan for us to share in numerous blessings through what Jesus did on the cross: victory over the enemy, restoration with God and an eternal Kingdom to enjoy. In this age we are even closer to seeing the return of Christ.
But whenever we do that, He gladly receives our praises. Studying verses about thankfulness will bring us to a place of humility, and a place of joy, and that is how God wants us to live every day. I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord. Heather Adams is an author, speaker, and singer living in Connecticut. Worship Walk Ministries , her blog, offers weekly Scripture passages and insights to ponder.
You can connect with her on her website: heatheradamsworshipwalk. Plus Toggle navigation. Psalm NIV Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm NIV Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts. Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. Give praise to the Lord!
He rescues the life of the needy from the hands of the wicked. Ephesians NIV Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name. Hebrews NIV As you can see, we can praise God through words, singing, music, shouts of joy, declarations of His goodness, lifting up our hands in reverence, bowing down in worship, dancing, and full blown celebrations!
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Psalm NIV. And because God has called us to be grateful to Him for others, we are to praise them accordingly as well: Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her. Proverbs NIV I praise you for remembering me in everything and for holding to the traditions just as I passed them on to you.
And we are sending along with him the brother who is praised by all the churches for his service to the gospel. Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.
Psalm NIV The disciples, as each one was able, decided to provide help for the brothers and sisters living in Judea. This they did, sending their gift to the elders by Barnabas and Saul. Acts NIV Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
Philippians NIV You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever.
And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. The main thing is to do it willingly, with a heart of gratitude towards God or the person. Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.
Colossians NLT. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. Be Grateful to God Every Day! I Thessalonians NIV. So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
Colossians NIV. God has been way too good to us, for us to be ungrateful. Share Your Thoughts: Cancel reply. This website uses cookies to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Manage consent. Close Privacy Overview This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website.
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Necessary Necessary. The blessed hope. Last and not least, we must thank God for the blessed hope. Soon all the shadows of earth will be lifted--death and tears and heartache will forever pass away. Christ is coming. It is time to be glad. Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Richards founded the Voice of Prophecy in
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