Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Paul tells us clearly of God’s will for us. In every single circumstance we are to rejoice, pray, and give thanks to God. God wants us to rejoice, pray, and give thanks because he knows that will give us a better life. If — in every circumstance — we rejoice, pray, and give thanks to God, we will live a life of value and purpose.
In all circumstances means that, even in our trials and tribulations and struggles, we are to thank God. We don’t thank God for the circumstances. We thank God that he is at work in our circumstances.
Pray today for the grace to give thanks to God no matter your circumstances. Take a moment to memorize the verse above so that the next time the daily anxieties of life take over, the Holy Spirit can remind you to have an attitude of gratitude.