In All Circumstances

“In All Circumstances”

Primary Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Observations:

1. Thankfulness means remembering the and of God.

• Exodus 13:3
• Luke 22:19

2. If we’re only thankful for the , are we really thankful at all?

• 1 Thessalonians 5:18
• Job 13:15a
• Psalm 22:1-3, 22-23
• If we are thanking God when life is good, we’re not being thankful – we’re .
• 2 Corinthians 11:24-28

3. God desires for us to see as a necessary part of our .

• James 1:2
• Romans 5:1-5
• 2 Peter 1:5-8

Application:

1. on how God has blessed you.

2. Thank God for the that are making you into his likeness.

3. ask for God’s will to be done in your life.

Community Discussion Points:

*Open by reading 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

1. Why is it so hard to remember the grace and goodness of God? What are some ways we can remind ourselves more often of how he’s been good and gracious to us?
2. If we’re only thankful for the good things, are we really thankful at all? Explain.
3. Why don’t we think about hardship as having a positive impact more often? Please discuss.
4. Can you give an example of a hardship you faced, and how that struggle strengthened your relationship with God/made you stronger?
5. Do you think that you have a tendency to idolize comfort? Explain.
6. What current struggles are you facing that are challenging or growing your faith? How are you surrendering those struggles to God?

* Close by asking God to let his will be done in your life.