An Impossible Command

November 24, 2019 Pastor: Bill Thompson

Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Introduction

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

Point of the Passage: God’s will for all who follow Jesus is to give thanks no matter what is happening in their lives.

1.  The  _______________ to Give Thanks.

“Give thanks in all circumstances”

Romans 8:28

2. The _______________ to Give Thanks.

“for this is the will of God”

3.  The _______________ to Give Thanks.

“in Christ Jesus”

Philippians 4:13

Conclusion

Application Questions

1.  What is the difference between giving thanks in all circumstances and giving thanks for all circumstances?

2.  What is your view concerning the commands of God? Restrictive? Freeing?

3.  What has most helped you to grow in thankfulness?

4.  What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?