1 Thessalonians 5:18
under all circumstances give thanks to God. For this is his will for you as made known in Christ Jesus.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
In Context
Cross References
Ephesians 5:20Always give thanks for everything to our God and Father, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Colossians 3:17And, whatever you say or do, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus; and through him offer thanksgiving to God the father.
Hebrews 13:15Through him let us offer, as our sacrifice, continual praise to God – an offering from lips that glorify his name.
1 Peter 4:2and so will live the rest of his earthly life guided, not by human passions, but by the will of God.
Matthew Henry on 1 Thessalonians 5:17-23
Various Short Exhortations. ( a. d. 51.) 16 Rejoice evermore. 17 Pray without ceasing. 18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 19 Quench not the Spirit. 20 Despise not prophesyings. 21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22 Abstain from all appearance of evil. Here we have divers short exhortations, that will not burden our memories, but will be of great use to direct the motions of our hearts and lives; for the duties are of great importance, and we… Read the whole commentary →