Thanksgiving Foreshadowed
Seasonal Completion
Scripture
Philippians 4:4-7
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Devotion
Thanksgiving arrives in late November. October, anticipating Thanksgiving, invites you to begin grateful thinking. Scripture teaches thanksgiving as the gateway to peace. As you move into the final months, let gratitude lead. Thank for what is. Pray for what you need. Trust God with the rest.
Today’s Step
What are you beginning to anticipate with gratitude as Thanksgiving approaches?
Prayer
God, help me to begin thinking gratefully toward Thanksgiving. Help thanksgiving to lead me. Help gratitude to guard my heart and mind.