As we enter a New Year, many find themselves making resolutions that are unrealistic and inevitably short-lived. Based on Paul’s exhortations to the Thessalonian Christians, we are encouraged to set several specific, biblical resolutions that when applied, will change our lives as we seek to follow Christ. 1 Thessalonians 5:1-18 Now concerning the times and the…
This message shows the centrality of the Bible to all Christian living. As Christians we have to ‘imbibe’ it so that it becomes a part of us, teaching and changing us. Its truth is to move us to praise, worship and thankfulness. Colossians 3:1 Put On the New Self 3 If then you have been…
Nurturing a thankfulness for others is vital for a flourishing life. Greeting 1 Paul and Timothy, servants[a] of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers[b] and deacons:[c] 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Thanksgiving and Prayer 3…
This message begins by looking the forgotten virtue of Thankfulness, then moves on to look at our Forgotten Creator, climaxing in a consideration of His Forgotten Love. His Steadfast Love Endures Forever 118 Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalm 118:1 English Standard Version (ESV)
Often our prayers are filled with requests and petitions; how much do we spend in thanksgiving. Paul models a prayer of being thankful for what God has done in the past and thankful for what God is still doing now.