Our Scripture reading today is 1 Thessalonians 5:18, "In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you."
The Apostle Paul does not leave the Christians of Thessalonica with an option with regards to giving thanks. They were to give thanks in every thing. This same command applies to each and every one of God's children today. We can give thanks in every thing when we realize God's sovereign hand is in control and not fate or luck. You name the situation and we should be willing to give Him thanks. It is possible to live this way because it is the will of God. God does not expect something of us that cannot be accomplished. We are more than capable of having an attitude of thanksgiving.
So Much to Thank Him For
When I look around and see
The good things He does for me
I know I’m unworthy of them all
And His blessings He freely gives I owe my life to Him
I’ve got so much to thank Him for
Chorus We’ll I’ve got so much to thank Him for
So much to praise Him for
You see, He has been so good to me
When I think of what He’s done
And where He’s brought me from
I’ve got so much to thank Him for
Verse 2 And sometimes while on this way
I kneel and I stop and say
Lord, thank You for all You’ve done for me
And one day I’ll reach Heaven’s shore
Oh please let me kneel once more
I’ve got so much to thank You for
Your friend,
Pastor