Thanks Giving !

 An ongoing process of our lives..

1 Thessalonians 5:18 -give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

Thanksgiving is an essential element of worship, elevating our affection for God.

1 Chronicles 16:34- Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.

Gratitude keeps our focus on God and His goodness, rather than on our own problems.

When we are feeling down, it is easy to get caught up in our own pain and forget all the good things that God has done for us.

But when we take the time to express our gratitude to God, our mind set shifts and our hearts are filled with joy.

That's why the Paul says in Philippians 4:6-7 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 

Thanksgiving is the key word here. Giving thanks forces us to take our minds off, of those things that are causing anxiety (anxiety - Anxiety is a feeling of fear, dread, and uneasiness. It might cause you to sweat, feel restless and tense, and have a rapid heartbeat. It can be a normal reaction to stress.)

And other way round recounting our blessings of God helps us to focus on how we have experienced God's goodness which brings peace and contentment.

The Bible isn't the only advocate for giving thanks. Research has shown that gratitude can lead to increased levels of happiness and satisfaction with life.

How does a focus on gratitude impact mental health? 

Research shows it can reduce stress and improve physical and mental health.

“…. many studies over the past decade have found that people who consciously count their blessings tend to be happier and less depressed….”.

In a study report of Harvard Health found that - 

“one group wrote about things they were grateful for that had occurred during the week.

A second group wrote about daily irritations or things that had displeased them,

And the third wrote about events that had affected them (with no emphasis on them being positive or negative)

After 10 weeks-

Those who wrote about gratitude were more optimistic and felt better about their lives. Surprisingly, they also exercised more and had fewer visits to physicians than those who focused on sources of aggravation.”

“There’s a growing body of research on the benefits of gratitude. Studies have found that giving thanks and counting blessings can help people sleep better, lower stress and improve interpersonal relationships.

Psalm 7:1 - Lord my God, I take refuge in you; save and deliver me from all who pursue me, 

Psalm 107:1 - Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.

Ephesians 5:20 - always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Very Important - Colossians 3:15-17 - Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

My Dear Brothers and Sisters, this is a important and mandatory TO GIVE THANKS to Lord no matter what the situation is and how our life is moving a head... but ne thing is very much sure that GOD IS PROTECTING YOU AND HOLDING your hand.

May God Bless You.  

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