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Let Us Rejoice Evermore
(1 Thessalonians 5:16)

​Introduction:

         1. According to this verse, God's people are to give careful attention to "rejoicing."
         2. As we search the Scriptures we see that many similar appeals are made.
             a. Psalm 40:16
             b. Philippians 4:4
         3. In our lesson we are considering several principles from the Bible that will help us to "rejoice evermore."

Discussion:

I.           LET  US  APPRECIATE  THE  BLESSINGS  THAT  GOD  PROVIDES

         A. He provides all good and perfect gifts (James 1:17).
         B. He provides all spiritual blessings (Ephesians 1:3).
         C. He has given us "all things that pertain unto life and godliness" (2 Peter 1:3).

II.          LET  US  APPRECIATE  OUR  FRIENDS  AND  LOVED  ONES

         A. Let us imitate Paul who appreciated his friend Timothy (2 Timothy 1:3-5).
         B. The New Testament emphasizes "greetings" (1 Corinthians 16:20).

III.         LET  US  TAKE  ADVANTAGE  OF  OPPORTUNITIES  TO  PARTICIPATE  IN  POSITIVE
             ACTIVITIES,  INCLUDING:


         A. laughter (Ecclesiastes 3:4; Proverbs 17:22a)
         B. enjoying the blessings that God provides (Ecclesiastes 2:24; 3:12-13, 22; 5:18)
         C. showing human kindness (Ephesians 4:32a)
         D. showing love (Colossians 3:14)
         E. showing peace (Romans 12:18; Matthew 5:9)
         F. showing optimism (Philippians 4:13; 2:14-15).

Conclusion:

         1. Joy plays a special role in the lives of God's people.
         2. Practicing the principles that we covered will enable us to "rejoice evermore."
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