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Tag Archives: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Gratitude for All Things
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (GNV) In all things, give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus toward you. “Yes, give thanks for ‘all things’ for, as it has been well said ‘Our disappointments are but His … Continue reading
The Five G’s of Togetherness
Live together in harmony: Be GRATEFUL 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV) Give thanks in all circumstances. Be grateful for the people around you. Be GENTLE Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath. Take care what you say … Continue reading
Posted in Constructive Thought
Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Ephesians 2:10, generous, gentle, good, gracious, grateful, Luke 6:38, Proverbs 15:1, Psalm 145:8
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Simple Words to Pray Often
“The Way of the Pilgrim,” first printed in Kazan (in Russia) in 1884, tells the story of a peasant on a quest to “Pray continuously” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). He found his answer in The Jesus Prayer: The perfect prayer for … Continue reading
Posted in Timeless Wisdom
Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, simple words, The Jesus Prayer, The Way of the Pilgrim
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Be Grateful for All Your Blessings
Posted in Verse Art
Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, blessings
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Itty Bitty Blessings
I noticed a few small blessings today and whispered a prayer of thanks. The rain eased up just as I walked out of the store with my groceries I noticed an error in my email right before I hit send … Continue reading
Hard to Do
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ERV) Whatever happens, always be thankful. Wow! Easier said than done. Not distracted. Not bitter. Not frustrated. No envy. No whining. No pouting. Simply thankful. All the time.
Posted in KISS (short & simple)
Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, hard, K.I.S.S., short and simple, Thanksgiving
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A Hard Thanksgiving Challenge
Is there anything you’re NOT thankful for? Canceled plans Disease Political upheaval Loss of control Here’s your thanksgiving challenge: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (JUB) In every thing give thanks. Each day this week, thank God for something (or … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Thanksgiving
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Balanced Thanks
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (CEV) Whatever happens, keep thanking God because of Jesus Christ. This is what God wants you to do. Thank God for: Yes and no More and less Uncommon and common Practical and spiritual Past and … Continue reading
Thanks for the Whole Thing
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NLV) In everything give thanks. The Greek work for “everything” is pas. In simple terms, the whole thing–each and every part. Not just the dessert, but the whole meal–including the vegetables and salad. Not … Continue reading
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Tagged 1 Thessalonians 5:18, K.I.S.S., short and simple, thanks
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Thanks for Everything
“Thanks for everything.” You say it to your host and hostess when you leave. What does it mean? I enjoyed spending time with them They cooked, I ate I’m polite 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NASB) In everything give … Continue reading