Studies
Different types of Bible studies
Thankfulness
November 17th, 2011Colossians 1:3,10-12, 2:6-7, 3:15, 17, 4:2 - In one letter we are instructed SEVEN times to be thankful people. Pretty important
Philippians 4:10-13 ~ Paul certainly had mastered this quality.
- Paul learned thankfulness no matter what your circumstances
- Without doubt the most valuable secret in life.
- How can we learn to be thankful?
THREE HELPFUL KEYS:
1. Think your past.
Ephesians 2:1-10 ~ Remember how you used to live.
- - Remember that you were an object of wrath and on the path to hell.
- - Think how fortunate you are to be in God's grace and on the road to heaven.
- - Were would you be today without
2. Check your heart and trust in the present
Serve with a greatful heart.
Matthew 6:1-4 ~ Remember it is more blessed to give than receive.
- Learn to enjoy serving God and His people.
- Don't look for recognition.
- Old life hide sin, new life hide good
Trust God in everything.
Romans 8:28 ~ God works out EVERYTHING for the good of those who love him.
- Do you believe this ?
3. Think of the future.
Philippians 4:2-8 ~ You name is written in the book of life.
- Do not be anxious about anything - the Lord is near.
- Constantly think about GOOD, NOBLE, HONOURABLE and PURE things. (Don't allow the devil to pollute your mind with negative things).
- Rejoice in the Lord always.