This video helps us see the true meaning of “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you“ (1Thessalonians 5:16-18).
Give God thanks today, it’s what He wants you to do.
The Thanksgiving Chair Lesson
First impressions:
1. What do you think about this man and his life of thanksgiving?
2. How does this man live out 1 Ths 5:18 in his life?
3. In what “circumstances” did this man give thanks?
4. Did some situations seem easier or harder to give thanks in than others?
Living In Thanksgiving:
5. What do these passages tell us about how often God wants us to express our gratitude to Him?
- Heb 13:15 –
- 1 Ths 5:18 –
- Eph 5:20 –
- Col 2:7 –
- Col 3:17 –
- Col 4:2 –
- 1 Tim 2:1 –
6. Why does God put such a premium on us expressing our thanks to Him every day, for everything?
7. Is it easy to forget to be thankful (ref. Luke 17:11-19)? Explain your answer.
8. If your life was governed by thanksgiving and you abounded in it all the time, how would that affect the way you live and pray on a daily basis?