Summary: The teaching of Paul in Romans concerning giving thanks.

Jesus gave us an example of “giving thanks”

Matthew 15:36

Matthew 26:27

The concept of giving thanks, or “thanksgiving” in Greek came from two root words: “eu” = good or well

“charis” = grace

The Good Response to Something Undeserved.

Four Examples of Thanksgiving from Paul’s Letter to the Romans

Ø Romans 1:8 – Being Thankful for One Another.

Ø Romans 7:24-25a – Being Thankful for What God is Doing In Me.

Ø Romans 14:6 – Being Thankful for Christian Liberty as well as the Grace to Live a Holy Life.

Ø Romans 16:3-5 – Being Thankful for Fellow – Workers.

Conclusion – 2 Corinthians 4:15