I Thessalonians 5:18 “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” Two key words in our text today are the words “In” and “For”. The word “IN” gives us the parameter of our expression of thankfulness. The word means “among”. The idea is that among all our experiences in life giving of thanks is to be a constant. The word “FOR” gives us the reason for our gratitude. It is the will of God. This week let’s keep our Thanksgiving real. Let us accept the pain or sadness that often accompanies our lot in life. Let us accept that many times we do not understand all that God is up to in our lives. Yet at the same time let us give thanks to the God that, in love, is at work in every area and at every moment in our lives to accomplish His will. To God be the glory!