Main Text
Psalms 150:1-6
Watchword
In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1 Thessalonians 5:18 NKJV
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. Do you ever wonder how much more we would enjoy life, how much longer and healthier we would live if we chose a lifestyle of being thankful, constantly thinking about what God has done, and all the good things He has in store for us? Even in difficult times, we are thanking Him that He is bigger than our problems. Every time you do that, God is pouring strength, peace, and joy back into you. If you keep thinking about what is wrong in or about life, your joy will easily leak out of you. (Psalms 86:12-13).
By thanking God for His grace and blessings during our hard times, we honored God and this keeps our focus on Him. No matter what things are happening in your life, give all your thanks to the Lord. His grace is abundant, His love for you lasts forever, and He gives new life to everyone who trusts in His Son. In other words, no matter what is happening in your life, you can be thankful. The Bible gives us a long list of things we should be thankful for. These are the things that never change, no matter what is happening in your life. (2 Peter 1:3)
We are to be thankful:
*That God is good (1 Chronicles 16:34)
*That His love lasts forever (Psalm 106:1)
*For God’s amazing grace (1 Corinthians 1:11)
*For the wonderful things God does (Psalm 107:8)
*Because God answers prayers (Psalm 118:21)
*For His perfect laws (Psalm 119:62)
*Because God gives us wisdom and reveals His truth to us (Daniel 2:22-23)
*For other believers (Philippians 1:3)
*And most of all, we should be thankful because God gave His Son, Jesus, to save us from the punishment of our sin, and give us new life! (1 Corinthians 15:57) God has saved all who believe in Jesus; He has taken our sin and given us His righteousness.
Confession
Heavenly father, thank You for Your blessing of love, grace, mercy and eternal life, we praise you for your faithfulness, and for your great power and love.
Prayer
Oh Lord, cause us to know and see the many ways you provide, comfort and protect us. Amen.
Additional Reading
Psalms 116:17-19
Daniel 6:10.