2. Thanks for our Heavenly Father How does God the Father want us to thank him for all that he does for us?

3. Question #1 Why does God care for us so wonderfully?

4. Romans 11:35 Genesis 32:10 Romans 9:16 Key Point #1 Psalm 118:1 Psalm 103:1-2 1 Samuel 12:24 Psalm 119:56-57 Key Point #2 we did something for which he repays us we are worthy mercy for us thank him praise him serve and obey him

5. Romans 11:35 "Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?"

6. Genesis 32:10 I am unworthy of all the kindness and faithfulness you have shown your servant. I had only my staff when I crossed this Jordan, but now I have become two groups.

7. Romans 9:16 It does not, therefore, depend on man's desire or effort, but on God's mercy.

8. Key Point #1 God cares for us so _________, not because we _______ it but only because of his great _____ for us. wonderfully deserve mercy

9. Question #2 How does our heavenly Father want us to show our appreciation?

10. Psalm 118:1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.

11. Psalm 103:1-2 Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits-

12. But be sure to fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you. 1 Samuel 12:24

13. Psalm 119:56-57 This has been my practice: I obey your precepts.

14. Key Point #2 We can show our ___________ for our heavenly Father’s goodness toward us by _______, _______, ______, and _______ him. appreciation thankingpraising serving obeying

15. What I’ve Learned God my heavenly Father wants me to thank him by what I say and what I do.

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