Thankfulness Flashcards
What is the definition?
Expressing appreciation to God and others for their benefit
Why is thankfulness important?
It strengthens our relationship with God and it acknowledges his goodness to us
Synonyms?
Recognition appreciation gratitude R.A.G
Antonyms?
Selfish, take-for-granted, greedy S.T.G
What is the key verse?
Psalms 136:1
Why should we thank God?
He is good, he is faithful, his love endures forever
What does Philippians 4:6 say
Thanksgiving needs to be part of our prayers
What is what verse says to be grateful for the opportunity you have to walk in truth?
Colossians 2:6-7
In Ephesians 4:5-4 what are the three sins of the tongue?
Degrading, foolish, dirty
1 Thessalonians 5:16- 18 says?
V16, Rejoice always
V17, Pray without ceasing
V18, Give thanks in all circumstances
What can we learn from the lepers?
Do not forget to thank God whether big or small
What are two reasons we forget to thank God?
too busy and too excited
In Psalms 100 what are 2 things that God tells us to do?
make a joyful noise and give thanks to him
What are 3 attitudes that keep us from being thankful?
- a person who is always negative about everything
- a person who is anxious or worried about the future
- a person who is depressed about their problems
What is one thought from the chapter?
we should realize that we need to thank God for his goodness to us more often
