How Can We Thank God Now?

March 25, 2020

By Dan Chun, Senior Pastor

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1Thessalonians 5:16-18)

When we read this passage we can exclaim in the context of COVID-19, “How can we possibly give thanks in ALL CIRCUMSTANCES?!”

But we can. 

So here is a challenge to make sure that even in these trying times our attitudes are ¾ full and not half empty. I say we GIVE THANKS, for as it says this is the will of God. Letʻs be obedient and be grateful all the time! 

I can give thanks that:

  • Though our shortage is toilet paper, we have toilets unlike much of the world.

  • We have electricity.

  • We have water.

  • We have the internet.

  • We have phones.

  • That I, in all of the history of my being a parent, am having longer and more frequent phone calls with my adult children whose cities are shut down in San Francisco and New York City. 

  • We have hospitals, physicians, and nurses.

  • We have loved ones and friends.

  • We have our church.

  • We have one another.

  • We have the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. 

And now make your list!

Prayer: Lord, may we be able to give thanks, a lot of thanks during this most difficult time. May our faith increase knowing that You are our Lord. In Christʻs name, Amen.

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