The Apostle Paul in his journeys and ministries founded and worked in many cities. He spent a great deal of effort working in the Church of Corinth, but received word of the struggles the congregation experienced. In dealing with the situation there, he experienced much distress and stress. Yet as he speaks to them, he […]
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Thankfulness in all things
Do we give thanks to God in all circumstances? Does our gratefulness go beyond reflection of past blessing, to forward hope? Are we willing to praise in times of trouble? God’s peace is meant to judge and subdue our heart, to overrule our own desires and anxieties, and foster true praise in all things. Thankfulness […]
Thankfulness in Prayer
If we are thankful, what is the expression of this gratitude? Often, the expression starts with prayer. In prayer we express our wants and desires, but we should bring them before God, release them, and acknowledge all He has done. We then should receive His will, leaving behind our desires and follow His. […]