Marks of the Church

3 imperatives which point to the heart of what it means to be God’s people:

• Give Thanks – v. 1-2

         Ephesians 5:18b-20a

How are we to give thanks?

• Serve – v. 2
• Shout – v. 1

Meeting the needs of others

Matthew 25:35-40

Sharing the gospel 

• Come – v. 2

• Acknowledge God – v. 3

• That He is God
• That He is Creator
• That He is Redeemer

Isaiah 43:1-2

• Respond to God’s Invitation – v. 4-5

3 things about the Lord that should prompt us to be thankful:

• The Lord is good Psalm 34:8

• The Lord is love          John 3:16

          1 John 3:16

• The Lord is faithful           Hebrews 13:8