Lewisġ4. “Be thankful. God has commanded it-for our good and for His glory. "We ought to give thanks for all fortune: if it is good, because it is good, if bad, because it works in us patience, humility and the contempt of this world and the hope of our eternal country." –C.S. No matter how choppy the seas become, a believer's heart is buoyed by constant praise and gratefulness to the Lord." –John MacArthurġ3. And it helps fortify the believer's trust in the Lord and reliance of His provision, even in the toughest times. It stands in stark contrast to pride, selfishness, and worry. "A thankful heart is one of the primary identifying characteristics of a believer. Every moment, THANK GOD.” –Rick Warrenġ2. It prevails with Him unspeakably.” –John Bunyanġ1. “A sensible thanksgiving for mercies received is a mighty prayer in the Spirit of God. “God is in control, and therefore in EVERYTHING I can give thanks - not because of the situation but because of the One who directs and rules over it.” –Kay Arthurġ0. “It is only with gratitude that life becomes rich!” –Dietrich Bonhoefferĩ. If I fail, I will seek His grace.” –Max LucadoĨ. The first will make us grateful the second, humble and the third, moderate.” –Hannah Moreħ.
“There are three requisites to the proper enjoyment of earthly blessings: a thankful reflection, on the goodness of the giver a deep sense of our own unworthiness and a recollection of the uncertainty of our long possessing them. Giving thanks IN everything shows a heart of faith that God is bigger than the difficulties and that He can use them, if you approach Him with the right heart and spirit, for your good and His glory.” –Tony EvansĦ.
That is a very important distinction, and one I think we often miss. Whatever it is – you are not to give thanks FOR the difficulties, but rather IN the difficulties. You don’t need to give thanks FOR that bad day. That doesn’t mean you need to give thanks FOR everything. “It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness.” –Charles Spurgeonģ. What we don’t have now, we don’t need now.” –Elizabeth ElliotĢ. “God has promised to supply all our needs. Here are 30 Christian quotes to ponder on thankfulness and gratitude:ġ. We have freedom in this country to express our thankfulness publically and to celebrate with others on a special day.
Whereas it is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favor– and whereas both Houses of Congress have by their joint Committee requested me to recommend to the People of the United States a day of public thanksgiving and prayer to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many signal favors of Almighty God especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness. Here is the opening quote from the Thanksgiving Proclamation signed by George Washington, President of the United States of America, October 3, 1789: Thanksgiving is not just a holiday, it’s an attitude we can practice every day. We are thrilled to share with you our 30 favorite Christian quotes on thankfulness! Whether it’s Thanksgiving Day and you’re looking for quotes to share with friends on social media-or you’re simply looking for encouragement in your walk with Christ, we hope that these quotes inspire and motivate you in your thankfulness!
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