Topical Encyclopedia Thankfulness, as a profound expression of gratitude towards God, is a recurring theme throughout the Bible. The life of Lot, a patriarchal figure in the Old Testament, provides a unique perspective on thankfulness, particularly in the context of divine deliverance and mercy.Lot, the nephew of Abraham, is first introduced in Genesis 11:27-31. He journeyed with Abraham from Ur of the Chaldeans to the land of Canaan. Lot's life is marked by a series of significant events that highlight the importance of recognizing God's providence and expressing gratitude. One of the most notable episodes in Lot's life is his escape from Sodom, a city marked by wickedness and destined for destruction. In Genesis 19, two angels visit Lot and warn him of the impending judgment upon Sodom and Gomorrah. Despite the moral decay surrounding him, Lot is shown favor by God due to Abraham's intercession. The angels instruct Lot to flee with his family to avoid the coming wrath. Genesis 19:16 states, "But when he hesitated, the men grasped his hand and the hands of his wife and two daughters, and led them safely out of the city, because of the LORD’s compassion for them." Lot's deliverance from Sodom is a profound testament to God's mercy and protection. Although the text does not explicitly record Lot's verbal expression of thankfulness, his actions and the narrative context imply a deep sense of gratitude. The urgency with which he obeys the angels' command to flee, leaving behind his possessions and former life, suggests an acknowledgment of God's saving grace. Furthermore, Lot's request to flee to the small town of Zoar instead of the mountains, as initially instructed, is granted by the angels. This concession further underscores God's willingness to accommodate Lot's fears and needs, highlighting divine patience and kindness. Genesis 19:21 records the angel's response: "Very well," he answered, "I will grant this request as well, and will not demolish the town you indicate." Lot's account serves as a reminder of the importance of thankfulness in the face of divine intervention. His deliverance from Sodom illustrates the broader biblical principle that God's mercy often extends beyond human understanding, warranting a response of gratitude and reverence. In the broader biblical narrative, thankfulness is consistently linked to recognizing God's sovereignty and benevolence. The Psalms, for instance, frequently exhort believers to give thanks to the Lord for His enduring love and faithfulness. Psalm 107:1 declares, "Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His loving devotion endures forever." Lot's experience, therefore, can be seen as an early example of the call to thankfulness that permeates Scripture. His life encourages believers to remain mindful of God's interventions and to cultivate a heart of gratitude, even when explicit expressions of thankfulness are not recorded. Through Lot's account, the Bible underscores the importance of acknowledging God's hand in deliverance and the necessity of a thankful heart in response to His grace. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 19:19Behold now, your servant has found grace in your sight, and you have magnified your mercy, which you have showed to me in saving my life; and I cannot escape to the mountain, lest some evil take me, and I die: Nave's Topical Index Library The Day of Atonement Man's True Treasure in God Daily Blessings for God's People Table of Contents The Providence of God Book I. Twenty-Third Day. Benevolence. On visiting the Sick A Solemn Deprival How Christ is to be Made Use Of, as the Way, for Sanctification in ... Resources What does the Bible say about thankfulness/gratitude? | GotQuestions.orgWhy doesn't the Lord's Prayer include thanksgiving? shouldn't all our prayers include expressions of thankfulness? | GotQuestions.org What does the Bible say about ingratitude/unthankfulness? | GotQuestions.org Thankfulness: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Thankfulness of Hypocrites, Full of Boasting Thankfulness: Abound in the Faith With Thankfulness: Come Before God With Thankfulness: Expressed in Psalms Thankfulness: Habitually offer Thankfulness: Jesus Set an Example of Thankfulness: Ministers Appointed to offer, in Public Thankfulness: Offer Sacrifices of Thankfulness: Resolve to offer Thankfulness: Saints Exhorted To Thankfulness: Saul, to the Kenites Thankfulness: should Always Accompany Praise Thankfulness: should Always Accompany Prayer Thankfulness: should be Accompanied by Intercession for Others Thankfulness: should be offered for all People Thankfulness: should be offered for all Things Thankfulness: should be offered for Appointment to Spiritual Service Thankfulness: should be offered for Christ's Power and Reign Thankfulness: should be offered for Deliverance from Indwelling Sin, Through Christ Thankfulness: should be offered for Faith Exhibited by Others Thankfulness: should be offered for Love Exhibited by Others Thankfulness: should be offered for the Conversion of Others Thankfulness: should be offered for the Gift of Christ Thankfulness: should be offered for the Goodness and Mercy of God Thankfulness: should be offered for the Grace Bestowed on Others Thankfulness: should be offered for the Nearness of God's Presence Thankfulness: should be offered for the Reception and Effectual Working of the Word of God in Others Thankfulness: should be offered for the Supply of Our Bodily Needs Thankfulness: should be offered for the Triumph of the Gospel Thankfulness: should be offered for the Zeal Exhibited by Others Thankfulness: should be offered for Victory Over Death and the Grave Thankfulness: should be offered for Willingness to offer Our Property for God's Service Thankfulness: should be offered for Wisdom and Might Thankfulness: should be offered in Everything Thankfulness: should be offered in Private Worship Thankfulness: should be offered in Public Worship Thankfulness: should be offered in the Name of Christ Thankfulness: should be offered: Always Thankfulness: should be offered: As the Remembrance of God's Holiness Thankfulness: should be offered: Before Receiving Food Thankfulness: should be offered: On Behalf of God's Servants Thankfulness: should be offered: Through Christ Thankfulness: should be offered: To Christ Thankfulness: should be offered: To God Thankfulness: should be offered: Upon the Completion of Great Undertakings Thankfulness: should Enter God's Gates With Thankfulness: The Heavenly Host Engage In Thankfulness: The Israelites, to Joshua Thankfulness: The People of the Island of Melita (Malta), to Paul Thankfulness: The Spies, to Rahab Thankfulness: The Wicked Averse To Thankfulness: To God of Abraham Thankfulness: To God of Abraham's Servant (Eliezar) Thankfulness: To God of Deborah Thankfulness: To God of Hannah Thankfulness: To God of Jehoshaphat's Army Thankfulness: To God of Jethro Thankfulness: To God of Joseph Thankfulness: To God of Melchizedek Thankfulness: To God of Miriam Thankfulness: To God of Rachel Thankfulness: To God of Samuel Thankfulness: To God of the Jews Thankfulness: To God of the Levites Thankfulness: To God of the People of Israel Thankfulness: To God of the Queen of Sheba Thankfulness: To God of the Sailors Thankfulness: To God of the Shepherds Thankfulness: To God: Before Receiving Food, by Jesus Thankfulness: To God: Blind Bartimaeus Thankfulness: To God: One of the Ten Lepers Whom Jesus Healed Thankfulness: To God: The Demon-Possessed Man Who Was Exorcized Thankfulness: To God: The Lame Man Healed by Peter Thankfulness: To God: The Man Who Was Paralyzed Thankfulness: To God: The Roman Centurion for his Boy Thankfulness: To God: The Woman Who Was Bent Over for Eighteen Years Thankfulness: To the Men of Jabesh-Gilead Related Terms |
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