In Everything, Give Thanks
November 22, 2015 Preacher: Steve Thiel Series: Gospel-Centered
Topic: Gospel-Centered Living Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
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In Everything, Give Thanks
Christ Proclamation Church
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Sunday, November 22, 2015
Sermon Theme - The ability to rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and give thanks in everything is only possible when we understand and believe that the Lord is God and God is always good in Christ Jesus.
I. Call to Thanksgiving – (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
A. Context of Thanksgiving – (Acts 17:1-10)
B. Examples of Thanksgiving – (1 Thessalonians 1:1-10)
C. Command to Thanksgiving – (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)
II. Reason for Thanksgiving – (Psalm 100:1-5)
A. Be Joyful for the Lord is God – (Psalm 100:1-3)
1. Exaltation of God - (vv.1-2)
2. Education about God - (v.3)
B. Be Thankful for the Lord is Good – (Psalm 100:4-5)
1. Exaltation of God - (v.4)
2. Education about God - (v.5)
III. Response of Thanksgiving – (Application)
A. Why are you lacking in thanksgiving?
1. Wrong Focus
2. Wrong Expectations
B. How can you give thanks in everything?

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