1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. As believers in Christ, we should be giving thanks in every circumstance. This might seem like a stretch at first, especially when you are going through a season of difficulty. But today’s verse says “give thanks in all things.” In other words, no matter what’s going on, find something to be thankful for. Don’t just focus on what’s wrong in your life; focus on what God will do in your life.
When you are thankful, it opens the door for God to move on your behalf. That’s why it says “this is God’s will for you.” He wants you to be close to Him to receive His strength and power by giving thanks. That’s why we should always have the attitude that says, “God, in spite of what’s happened, I choose to be grateful. I may be sick, but Father, thank You for being my healer. Thank you for giving me great friends and family. Thank You for giving me another sunrise. As you give thanks in everything, you will see God’s hand move mightily on your behalf, and you’ll come out of that difficulty better, stronger and wiser than before.