¹⁸ in everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus to you-ward.

¹⁸ In everything give praise: for this is the purpose of God in Christ Jesus for you.

¹⁸ In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

¹⁸ in every thing give thanks, for this 'is' the will of God in Christ Jesus in regard to you.