Thanksgiving (not the holiday)

1 Thessalonians 5:18 Few things are more important than thanksgiving in the life of a believer, not the holiday, but an attitude of thankfulness. Nothing will go further in refreshing our spirits and renewing our hearts than giving thanks. At the conclusion of his letter to the Thessalonians, the Apostle Paul says, ...give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. ( 1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV ) “Give thanks in all circumstances” is also translated “In everything give thanks.” This command is strengthened by the phrase that follows, “for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Let’s consider a few other places where the Apostle Paul includes thanksgiving in his writings. ...giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, ( Ephesians 5:20 ESV ) And, ...do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requ