Thanksgiving in Action
Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”
Thanksgiving is more than a day; it’s a way of life. Paul reminds us in Colossians 3:15-17 that gratitude flows naturally when we allow Christ’s peace to rule in our hearts. This peace is not just the absence of conflict but the presence of wholeness, a gift from God that calls us to unity as His body.
Being thankful is not just a feeling but an action. It’s expressed in our worship, our interactions, and how we live out our faith.
Paul highlights three practical ways to live in thanksgiving:
Peace: Let Christ’s peace guide your decisions and interactions. When His peace rules, thanksgiving becomes our response.
Word of Christ: Allow His Word to dwell richly in you, transforming your heart and leading to joyful expressions of worship and wisdom.
Everything in His Name: Whatever we do—whether in work, relationships, or service—do it with thanksgiving as an act of worship to God.
This Thanksgiving, let’s go beyond gratitude for blessings and focus on a heart of thanksgiving in all circumstances. Start each day by inviting Christ’s peace to reign, reading His Word, and dedicating your actions to Him. When you do, thanksgiving will become the melody of your life, glorifying God in every moment.
