There is another verse that discloses God’s revealed will. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” The verse I’m memorizing is like it.

Ephesians 5:20 says, “Giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

In everything, always, and all ~ means that there are never exceptions. It is like Romans 3:23 which says, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” 

The counterpart to thanksgiving is complaining. Think back to Numbers 11:1. It says, “Now when the people complained, it displeased the Lord; for the Lord heard it, and His anger was aroused…”

Complaining is a disregard of God and His attributes. He is always in control of all things. Note: no exceptions. We can always trust the Lord because He is Trustworthy. 

2 Timothy 2:13 says, “If we are faithless, He remains faithful; He cannot deny Himself.” Great verse to anchor our soul when we are tempted to complain. Complaining is rooted in faithlessness.