This is day 25 of our 27-day gratitude and prayer guide in preparation for Thanksgiving. You can download the entire guide here.
Day 1: Read — 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Prepare for your reading:
Ask God to shine light on His word for us: “Open the eyes of my heart, Lord, I want to see you.”
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Try reading from two or more versions and see if any give you a different insight on the passage.
Write these verses down on a sheet of paper or in a journal. Perhaps try to memorize them or place them somewhere visible through the day
Scripture interprets scripture
In the place where you wrote down the passage, write your thoughts about the following questions:
Read the following:
How do these verses support your understanding of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18?
Prayer of Adoration
Preparation for prayer
On your paper or in your journal, write down some ways that being thankful in all situations can lead you to praise God.
Offer a prayer of praise to God
Spend some time praising God for the things you wrote down and for what you see in our passage and the other scriptures we looked at. You can use the following as a prompt.
Almighty and Most Holy God, you reign supreme. You are in control of all things and your glory is there in all circumstances.
You have blessed me in ways beyond measure. I cannot begin to offer enough praise or gratitude for what you have done for me.
But, Lord, here is where your glory becomes even more unfathomable. It’s when the storm clouds come, when the difficulties seem too much, when life hits me with all its challenges. Because it’s then, my God, that your power shines through. It’s in my weakness and struggle that your power really stands out and your strength is displayed.
I praise you Lord, in the sunshine and in the storm. I see your hand at work in plenty and in want. As I see your might in all situations, all I can really do is give you my praise, which I offer through your Son. Amen.