1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Philippians 4:6-7 (AMP)
6 Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace will] stand guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Giving Thanks in the
, and in the
How can we give thanks in all things?
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but pray about everything.
There are 2 words present for “
” in this Verse: …Prayer in the Greek is “Proseuche” which is not about making requests but rather means prayer as an offering of
. …Petition has to do with making
Philippians 4:6
…with thanksgiving…
Eucharista: active grateful language toward God as an act of
. …Asking with an
of who He is, and what He has done.
Philippians 4:7
“…the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Surpasses: Hyperecho:
than, Better than, Superior to, Supreme
Colossians 1:11-12
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father…
Thanksgiving Produces
to face trials
Philippians 4:7
…will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus…
Guard: Phroureo: Protect from outside threats, or to
a city