The believer has to give thanks always. It is a way of living that changes how we see each day and every situation. When we choose to be thankful, our hearts become lighter and our faith grows stronger.
Gratitude opens our eyes to God’s goodness around us. It helps us find joy even when things get tough. This devotional will show you how to live with a thankful heart every single day.
Give Thanks Always: Key Takeaway
- Living with constant gratitude transforms our perspective and deepens our relationship with God, making every moment an opportunity to recognize His blessings.
Anchor Bible Verse of the day
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
— Colossians 3:17 (NKJV)
Paul wrote this verse to the Colossian church to teach them how to live as followers of Christ. He wanted them to understand that every action and every word should honor Jesus.
The verse shows that gratitude should be part of everything we do. It means we should give thanks always, not just during good times but in all circumstances of life.
Key Explanations
- Whatever you do: This means every action, big or small, should honor God
- In word or deed: Both our speech and our actions should reflect Christ
- In the name of the Lord Jesus: We represent Christ in everything we do
- Giving thanks to God the Father: Gratitude should flow through Jesus to God
Give Thanks Always: A Reflection
As a believer, you have to give thanks always. This is a lifestyle that God wants us to embrace. When we wake up each morning, our first thought should be gratitude for another day of life.
This attitude of thankfulness changes how we approach every challenge and blessing that comes our way.
The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18,
In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
This verse supports our anchor verse and shows that gratitude is God’s will for our lives. When we give thanks always, we align ourselves with God’s perfect plan and purpose.
Living with constant gratitude helps us see God’s hand in every situation. Even when things seem difficult, we can find reasons to be thankful.
David faced many hardships, yet he wrote in Psalm 34:1:
I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.
Like David, we must choose to give thanks always, regardless of our circumstances.
Consider the story of Job, who lost everything but still chose to worship God. Even in his darkest hour, Job declared in Job 1:21:
The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord” ().
His example shows us that to give thanks always means trusting God’s goodness even when we cannot understand His ways.
As believers, we must train our hearts to see blessings everywhere. The air we breathe, the food we eat, the people who love us – these are all gifts from God.
When we give thanks always for these daily mercies, our faith grows stronger and our joy becomes complete. This spiritual discipline of gratitude transforms our entire outlook on life.
Today, make a decision to give thanks always. Let gratitude become your natural response to both blessings and challenges. Remember that every good gift comes from above, and God deserves our thanks in all seasons of life.
When you give thanks always, you honor God and open your heart to receive even more of His blessings.
Blessings..!
Call to Action
- Choose three specific things to thank God for today and share your gratitude with someone who needs encouragement.
Make This Affirmation
- I choose to give thanks always, seeing God’s goodness in every situation and blessing that comes my way.
Prayer Point for Today
- Cultivating a Heart of Gratitude: Pray for God to help you develop a thankful spirit that recognizes His blessings in both good and challenging times, making gratitude your natural response to life.
Let’s pray
Our Father, we thank You for this new day and for all the ways You show Your love to us. Help us to give thanks always, seeing Your goodness in every moment. Fill our hearts with gratitude that overflows to others. In the precious and mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
My prayer for you today: I pray that your heart overflows with gratitude today, recognizing God’s blessings in every moment and sharing His love with everyone you meet.
