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“Why Gratitude is Spiritual Gold!”

“Why Gratitude is Spiritual Gold!”. Colossians 2:6-7. Colossians 2:7 “ Overflowing with Gratitude” . Things that overflow “pan cooking on the stove” “banks of a river”

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“Why Gratitude is Spiritual Gold!”

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  1. “Why Gratitude isSpiritual Gold!” Colossians 2:6-7

  2. Colossians 2:7 “Overflowing with Gratitude” Things that overflow “pan cooking on the stove”“banks of a river” Spirit-filled Christian breaking open in praise!The dilemma: not FEELING thankful!** work hard ** make calculated financial decisions** you’ve weathered the storms

  3. So… What to do? How to do? Thanksgiving = simultaneously* a feeling* an attitude (predisposition to act)* overt behavior (outward action based on conviction, may or may not be accompanied by feeling) Luke 17:15-16 10 lepers, only 1 returned

  4. Ingredients to Thanksgiving UsingColossians 2:6-7 Recipe Vs. 6 – Full measure of accepting Jesus (the key to rebirth, abundant life, He sifts out garbage from the soul!)vs. 6 – walk in Him (abide, live in Him) = “mix” Vs. 7 – rooted in Him (Galatians 5:22-23) Vs. 7 - built up / established in Him “oven”vs. 7 – seek instructions “follow His recipe!”

  5. A Plate Full at Thanksgiving Colossians 2:7 – “overflowing with gratitude…” 1621 – remarkable focus – “what we have” vs. “our lack” Sept 1620 Mayflower, 102 pilgrims, sailed 66 days – 45 died the first winter1621 – first Thanksgiving with Squanto’s help1623 – Gov. William Bradford’s proclamation

  6. Psalm 23:4-5 – Another Overflow! Another Scripture pattern leading to gratitude:*Thou art with me *Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me *Thou preparest a table before me *In the presence of mine enemies *Thou anointest my head with oil My cup overflows (“runneth over”)

  7. Deuteronomy 8:11ffConsequences of Forgetting Human frailty, sin nature, rebellion = Vs. 12 – eaten and satisfied Vs. 12 – built good houses/live in them Vs. 13 – herds multiply (you prosper!) Vs. 13 – your gold and silver multiply Vs. 14 – your heart becomes proud Vs. 14 – you forget the Lord your God (who delivered you!)

  8. Deuteronomy 8 continued vs. 17 – my power and the strength of my hand made me this wealth…. Deuteronomy 28 – more warning and consequences** turmoil results in turning from God** alien will rise among you (vs. 43)** deeper into debt (vs 44)** he shall be the head; you will be the tail

  9. The Strategic Place of Gratitude in The Mature Christian Walk God uses gratitude to GUARD THE HEART! Colossians 2:4,8 – (context) Protection from deception Romans 1:21 – “they did not honor God, nor give thanks”

  10. How Does Gratitude Work in Guarding the Heart? Repositions us as recipients of God’s grace by sending us to the Source! Deuteronomy 8 and 28 - Don’t forget who brought you to the dance! Reshapes our relationships –"Let there be no filthiness, nor silly talk, nor levity, which are not fitting; but instead let there be thanksgiving“ (Ephesians 5:4).

  11. Specific Behaviors To Cultivate Gratitude in Your Life! Regular corporate worship, prayer, Bible study* be the 1 leper who returns! Practice “blessing” or thanking people* create a “blessing” line item in your budget Systematic, sacrificial giving: benchmark = tithe (10%), then beyond

  12. Thanksgiving is Spiritual Gold! Right on target with the Lord!

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