Submitted by cfnteam on Mon, 11/28/2011 - 17:32
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thess 5:16-18)
This past Thanksgiving weekend was a good opportunity for us to reflect upon all the blessings that God has given us throughout the year. However, as Christians, Thanksgiving should not be the only day that we give thanks to God. Paul reminds us that we are to rejoice always and give thanks in everything.
It’s often easier to complain than it is to give thanks, especially when our lives become busier and busier (as they undoubtedly do). With assignments piling on top of each other, finals coming up, and an endless to-do list, it is often difficult to be thankful. However, Paul teaches us how to give thanks in everything—through unceasing prayer.
I find that as I become busier, I also spend less quality time in prayer. It becomes a chore or a habit, not something I do to communicate with God. I also find that it is during these times that I am most stressed. It is during these times that I find it most difficult to give thanks.
It’s a simple teaching (one that we’ve heard over and over again), but prayer is key. Instead of complaining in difficult situations, let’s try to pray and find different things that we can give thanks for every day.
Questions for reflection:
What is one thing that you are thankful for today?
How can you improve your prayer life?
This past Thanksgiving weekend was a good opportunity for us to reflect upon all the blessings that God has given us throughout the year. However, as Christians, Thanksgiving should not be the only day that we give thanks to God. Paul reminds us that we are to rejoice always and give thanks in everything.
It’s often easier to complain than it is to give thanks, especially when our lives become busier and busier (as they undoubtedly do). With assignments piling on top of each other, finals coming up, and an endless to-do list, it is often difficult to be thankful. However, Paul teaches us how to give thanks in everything—through unceasing prayer.
I find that as I become busier, I also spend less quality time in prayer. It becomes a chore or a habit, not something I do to communicate with God. I also find that it is during these times that I am most stressed. It is during these times that I find it most difficult to give thanks.
It’s a simple teaching (one that we’ve heard over and over again), but prayer is key. Instead of complaining in difficult situations, let’s try to pray and find different things that we can give thanks for every day.
Questions for reflection:
What is one thing that you are thankful for today?
How can you improve your prayer life?