Main Texts: Psalm 100:4–5; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Psalm 67:5–7
DECEMBER: My Month of Thanksgiving and Finishing Strong!
📖 “O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good: for His mercy endureth for ever.” — Psalm 107:1
I shall not end in sorrow,
I shall not end in loss,
I shall end in praise, joy, and testimonies
in Jesus’ name. Amen! 🙏✨
INTRODUCTION
Thanksgiving is not merely a church activity. It is not a seasonal practice reserved for harvest services or anniversaries. Thanksgiving is a spiritual mystery, a covenant force, and a divine technology designed by God to position believers for supernatural results.
Many people cry, fast, and pray, but few truly understand the power of thanksgiving. Yet, Scripture makes it clear that thanksgiving is one of the most powerful spiritual laws in God’s Kingdom. A thankful believer lives in an atmosphere of divine presence, sustained favour, and continuous increase.
Thanksgiving is the supernatural door through which believers access God’s realm of power.
WHAT IS THANKSGIVING?
Thanksgiving is the intentional act of appreciating God for who He is and for what He has done, what He is doing, and what He will yet do.
It is not dependent on circumstances; it is grounded in covenant.
The Bible says:
> “O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good: for His mercy endureth for ever.”
(Psalm 107:1)
This means thanksgiving is not based on feelings but on faith. When you thank God, you are declaring that He is faithful, reliable, and trustworthy—regardless of your current situation.
1. THANKSGIVING IS GOD’S WILL FOR EVERY BELIEVER
The Bible plainly states:
> “In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
Thanksgiving is not optional; it is a divine command. God’s will is not only that you pray, fast, and serve—but that you live a life of gratitude.
When you complain, you disconnect from divine flow.
When you murmur, you hinder your own spiritual progress.
But when you give thanks, you come into perfect alignment with heaven.
The children of Israel lost their place in destiny because of murmuring (Numbers 14:27–30), while Caleb and Joshua entered the promised land because they maintained a different spirit of faith and gratitude.
Thanksgiving is a spiritual alignment tool.
2. THANKSGIVING ATTRACTS THE MANIFEST PRESENCE OF GOD
The Scripture declares:
> “But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel.” (Psalm 22:3)
When God is praised, He shows up.
When God shows up, limitations disappear.
Many believers spend hours praying for God’s presence, but very few understand that praise and thanksgiving are shortcuts into His presence.
While prayer invites God, thanksgiving hosts God.
We see this clearly in the Scriptures:
When Paul and Silas sang praises in prison, chains broke, and doors opened (Acts 16:25–26).
When Jehoshaphat appointed singers to thank God, the enemy scattered (2 Chronicles 20:20–22).
The atmosphere of gratitude is the environment where God feels welcome—and where miracles feel natural.
3. THANKSGIVING UNLOCKS SUPERNATURAL INCREASE
The Bible makes a powerful connection between praise and increase:
> “Let the people praise thee, O God… then shall the earth yield her increase.”
(Psalm 67:5–7)
Increase is not only a product of labour; it is also a product of thanksgiving.
Gratitude multiplies what is small.
Complaint reduces what is already given.
Before Jesus multiplied the bread and fish, the Bible says:
> “He gave thanks.” (John 6:11)
The miracle of multiplication was activated by thanksgiving.
If you want growth in your:
Finances
Career
Ministry
Business
Family
Then, cultivate the habit of thanksgiving.
What you consistently appreciate, God will continuously increase.
4. THANKSGIVING COMPLETES AND ESTABLISHES MIRACLES
Thanksgiving is not just the key to receiving miracles; it is the key to preserving and perfecting them.
In Luke 17:11–19, ten lepers were healed, but only one returned to give thanks. Jesus said to him:
> “Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.”
The nine were healed, but only one was made whole.
The difference was thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving seals what God has done and positions you for more.
A miracle unsealed by Thanksgiving is vulnerable to loss.
Gratitude transforms blessing into testimony and testimony into legacy.
5. WHY MANY BELIEVERS MISS THE POWER OF THANKSGIVING
Many believers:
Pray without thanking
Ask without appreciating
Focus on what they lack instead of what they have
The Bible warns: > “Because thou servedst not the Lord thy God with joyfulness, and with gladness of heart, for the abundance of all things.”
(Deuteronomy 28:47)
Ingratitude is not a small sin—it is spiritual sabotage.
Where gratitude is absent, stagnation is present.
6. PRACTICAL WAYS TO LIVE A THANKFUL LIFE
1. Begin and end every day with thanksgiving (Psalm 92:1–2)
2. Thank God verbally and audibly (Hebrews 13:15)
3. Thank God before you see the result (Mark 11:24)
4. Stop negative confessions and complaining (Philippians 2:14)
5. Record testimonies and answered prayers (Psalm 105:1–2)
Gratitude must be practised until it becomes a lifestyle.
ALTAR CALL — A CALL TO SALVATION
True Thanksgiving begins with a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Without Christ, thanksgiving becomes a religious routine, not a living revelation.
Today, if you want to enter into a real relationship with God, pray this prayer:
“Lord Jesus, I come before You today. I acknowledge that I am a sinner. I believe You died for me and rose again. I receive You as my Lord and Saviour. Wash me with Your blood, write my name in the Book of Life, and give me a new heart of thanksgiving. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
PROPHETIC PRAYERS
1. Father, baptize my life with the spirit of thanksgiving.
2. Lord, let Your presence permanently rest upon me.
3. Every closed door, open by the mystery of praise.
4. I step into a supernatural increase in every area of my life.
5. Let my Thanksgiving provoke undeniable testimonies.
CONCLUSION
Thanksgiving is not a reaction—it is a revelation.
It is not seasonal—it is spiritual.
It is not optional—it is powerful.
When Thanksgiving becomes your lifestyle, glory becomes your residence.
Stay thankful. Stay fruitful. Stay blessed.
Pastor Prof Durodola Olujide Ajani (JP)
Shepherd in Charge, Kingdom Minded Church, Maya, Ikorodu, Lagos.
He can reached on +234 803 371 3187
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