Noteworthy: From Editor Emeritus Ray King
By Ray King · Oct 25, 2021
“For although they knew God, they did not honor Him as God or give thanks to Him …”
Romans 1: 21a
A lack of thankfulness is the most basic indication that mankind has turned away from God. The rest of Romans 1 reveals what happens when we are not thankful to Him and seek other sources for what we think we are lacking.
It is God’s will that we give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Sometimes we will have trouble doing this and must make an intentional decision to give thanks anyway. When we develop this practice, we can rebuild what was destroyed at the beginning.
A thankful spirit shows that we recognize and trust in God’s goodness and control in our lives in every situation. He surrounds us with His love. He is all we need.
As we observe a special Day of Thanksgiving to God this month, let’s determine to make a habit of remembering God’s goodness and giving thanks to Him every moment of every day, all year long.