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The Power of Gratitude in All Circumstances

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In Thessalonians 5:18, we are instructed to give thanks in all circumstances because this is the will of God for us.

The writer is not saying that we should thank God FOR everything, but IN everything. Evil does not come from God, so we don’t thank Him for that, but we can thank Him for His presence during that evil, AND for the GOOD He will accomplish through the distress.

In other words, our attitude of gratitude must not be dependent on our circumstances or feelings, but rather on the confidence that God is making all things work together for good.

Remaining thankful in all circumstances places us at the center of God’s will. It creates a spiritual atmosphere that is welcoming to His Presence. Gratitude invites the power of God to alter our perspectives and halt the trajectory of our spiraling thoughts.

You inhabit the praises of your people. Psalm 22:3

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Why Gratitude Matters

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Be thankful in all circumstances, for this the will of God concerning you.
1 Thessalonians 5:18

As we prepare for the holiday of Thanksgiving, with all of the planning to gather with family, friends, and loved ones, we get anxious, don’t we? We often worry about shopping, cooking, relationship challenges, or maybe how past holidays turned out.

These are legitimate reservations that we need to listen to, but also realize that we can be thankful for these feelings. All of these holiday anxieties show us that we cherish these relationships regardless of past interactions that may have left us distanced from others.

We have reason to be thankful every day of the year. But Thanksgiving Day is special. A full day dedicated to gratitude is a gift – one we should not take lightly.

Giving thanks is a spiritual discipline, and a day dedicated to developing this life-giving habit with people we’re close to is a luxury and a gift. Giving thanks in everything is the way to achieve the utmost satisfaction in life. God made us and He knows how our brains work best.

Staying thankful is the best way to live our best lives. Being thankful is the way to remain in the center of God’s will, trusting that He is managing the details of our lives.