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Scripture commands thanks, so Thanksgiving should be one Holiday where Christians are “all in.” Let’s consider just one of the many direct commands in the Bible to give thanks:  “In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Let these Words of Scripture recalibrate your thinking this Thanksgiving. “In Everything...” Did we have to go there right off the bat? Yes, the text says “in everything.” That is difficult for us in two major ways: first in the mere multitude of the “everythings,” second, in the portion of “everythings” that are very difficult things. “Everything” is difficult to count. As David said, “God’s thoughts toward us outnumber the sand.” We don’t have enough time in life to list all of the “everythings” that we are to be thankful for -- just as no one can count the stars of the sky or the sand along the shore. But let’s take some extra time this week to try. Consider all the thoughts that God has for you. Consider...

Some of the strongest trees are those that have grown through adversity. The same is true of God's servants. So, if you find yourself in harsh circumstances today. Don't balk. God is probably growing you stronger because of that trial. So continue to let Him grow you through the power of His Word even in the harsh circumstance.