Just a brief post for Thanksgiving. John Owen (1616-1683) with a helpful reminder about the best way to give thanks to God:
“Obedience is the best way of showing our gratitude to God for His grace.” (Communion with God, p.140)
So while we should certainly give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, and express that thankfulness with praise (Psalm 136:1), let us remember to give Him thanks with our lives as well, not only on Thanksgiving day, but every day.
Gratitude for God’s grace to us in Jesus Christ is the primary motive for our obedience.
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