Thankfulness Study Guide 5/8/23

Question 1

Definition

Answer 1

Expressing appreciation to God and others for their benefit to us.

Question 2

Synonyms

Answer 2

Gratitude, Appreciation, and Recognition

Question 3

Antonyms

Answer 3

Take for Granted, Selfish, and Greedy

Question 4

Know 3 reasons why is Thankfulness Important.

Answer 4

1. It promotes humility
2. It promotes contentment
3. It multiplies

Question 5

Key Verse Reference

Answer 5

Psalm 136:1

Question 6

Why do we give thanks?

Answer 6

Because He is “good”

Question 7

What does Philippians 4:6 tell us?

Answer 7

Thanksgiving needs to be a part of our prayers.

Question 8

What reference tells us to be grateful that God gave you parents/individuals that want you to be rooted in truth?

Answer 8

Colossians 2:6-7

Question 9

What are the 3 Inappropriate Sins of the Tongue from Ephesians 5:4?

Answer 9

1. Degrading
2. Foolish
3. Dirty

Question 10

What do the verses say from 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18?

Answer 10

1. Rejoice Always (v. 16)
2. Pray without ceasing (v. 17)
3. Give thanks in all circumstances (v. 18)

Question 11

What can we learn from the Lepers in Luke 17:11-19?

Answer 11

Do not forget to thank God for what he has done in your life whether big or small.

Question 12

Give 2 reasons why did 9 of the lepers not return to give thanks.

Answer 12

1. Embarrassment
2. Forgot

Question 13

2 commands in Psalm 100

Answer 13

1. Give thanks to Him
2. Bless His name

Question 14

3 reasons in Psalm 100:5 why we should give thanks.

Answer 14

1. The Lord is good
2. His love endures forever.
3. He is faithful

Question 15

Name 3 Attitudes that keep us from being Thankful.

Answer 15

1. A person who is always negative about everything
2. A person who is anxious/worried about the future
3. A person who is depressed by his/her “problems”

Question 16

Name 3 ways to Develop a Life Habit of Thankfulness.

Answer 16

1. We must search for the good and praise it.
2. We must give Thanks ahead of time for whatever comes our way.
3. We must give Thanks for the problems we face.

Question 17

Name 1 Thought from this Chapter.

Answer 17

We should realize that we need to thank God for His goodness to us more often.