Bible Stories for Kids › Week 46: Letters to Friends › Day 317

Always Be Joyful

A Bible story for kids from 1 Thessalonians 5:12–28. Day 317 of 365.

At the end of his letter, Paul gave a list of quick reminders.

“Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Thank God in every situation.”

He also said, “Help people who are weak. Be patient with everyone. Don't pay back wrong with wrong. Always try to do good.”

Key Verse

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, ESV

Talk About It

What can you thank God for even on a hard day?

Story Questions

When should we be joyful?

Always

How often should we pray?

Without stopping

What should we do in every situation?

Thank God

Try This Today

Set three reminders today to stop and say a quick thank-you prayer.

Pray Together

God, help me always rejoice, pray all day long, and thank you in everything. Amen.