Philippians 4:4-8 (NIV)
4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Thanksgiving is a season when we are invited to pause together and take time to express thanks to God.
It is a valuable reminder of how we can daily have this posture of thanksgiving throughout the year.
As you read these verses from Philippians 4 today, what stands out to you?
What are you bringing to the Lord in prayer? What are you thanking Him for? What are you thinking about?
I have noticed recently how my thoughts can race. Today, the Lord is reminding me once again to slow. To remember that He is near. To pray. To thank Jesus for His peace.
As you pause with our Father today, I wanted to share this song to reflect on and offer to Him in worship:
