THANKFULNESS IN EVERYTHING

Introduction:

A. Looking Toward Thanksgiving.

1. Why We Should Be Thankful.

2. How We Should Be Thankful.

3. When We Should Be Thankful.

4. For Whom We Should Be Thankful.

B. Thankfulness For Our Veterans.

1. Sacrificed for our freedoms.

2. Experienced the toil and horrors of war.

Body: 1 Thessalonians 5: 16 - 18

I. Rejoice Always.

A. There is good in or from every situation.

B. How do you greet others?

1. Greek word chairo was often used for greeting or parting.
2. Do we brighten up the other person's day?
3. Do we leave them glad for our presence?

II. Pray Ceaselessly.

A. A prayer can be whispered at any time.

B. Be in constant communication with God.

1. Share your thoughts and fears with Him.
2. Carry Him in your heart and thoughts always.
3. Do everything only after seeking His approval.

III. Give Thanks.

A. In everything.

1. There is always something for which to be thankful.
2. We should remind ourselves what God has given to us.
a. He has given us protection.
b. He has given us guidance.
c. He has given us bountiful blessings.

B. What is the will of God?

1. The will of God is found in Christ Jesus.
2. It is God's will that we give Him thanks.
3. Thanklessness is the beginning of rebellion against God (Romans 1: 21).

Conclusion:

A. Are We Rejoicefully Praying With Much Thanks?

B. Are We Seeking To Do The Will Of God?