Leader:
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
ALL:
I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.
(1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 9:1 ESV)
Note: this reading is useful for a Thanksgiving-themed service. At Redeemer Church, we use this reading prior to our annual open mic portion of the service where we invite members to share testimonies of thanksgiving.