Today's Verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
— 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Want to know something you can do that will please God? Rejoice in his grace. Pray for others. Give thanks for your blessings. It's simply something that he wants us to do.

My Prayer...

Heavenly Father and Almighty God, I am thrilled at the very thought of being your child. Abba Father, please hear my prayer of concern for several people who are on my heart today... Loving God, thank you so much for the blessings you pour into my life each day. In Jesus' holy name I pray. Amen.

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Illustration of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 — Be joyful always, pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

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The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

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