Thanksgiving

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  10 Devotionals to Cultivate Gratitude With the busyness of the holidays, it can be hard to remember the importance of being grateful for all the blessings in our lives. Here are 10 devotionals to cultivate gratitude no matter what is going on in...
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  Grief, Gratitude, and Coping with Loss on Thanksgiving As we near a holiday that calls us to be thankful, will you pause and invite God into the parts of your heart you have intentionally (or maybe unintentionally) walled off? The parts you don't share with... Alicia Searl Oct 30, 2023
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  How to Choose Gratitude in Great and Terrible Times We are admonished over 300 times in the Bible to give thanks. 300 times! It is a central theme in Scripture because it is a significant need in our lives. We need to rediscover the lost art of gratitude....
• 5 People in the Bible Who Showed Gratitude in Trying Times The human experience of life on this planet offers richness in both the sunshine and the rain. As much as we would prefer to have the sun shining all our days, it is clear that we appreciate them far more... Cally Logan Oct 27, 2023
• 5 Boundaries to Put in Place Before Holiday Gatherings Boundaries and holidays…Do they even go together? Well, in order to have a smooth and enjoyable holiday where you can keep all things merry and bright, yes, I believe they absolutely must go together.... Alicia Searl Oct 27, 2023
• 10 Prayers for Peaceful Interactions This Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is knocking at the back door, and pretty soon, so will all those family and friends, dear loved ones, and long-distance relatives. The children will be running all around the house, eager with... Alicia Searl Oct 26, 2023
• How to Set Boundaries and Preserve Your Marriage During Holiday Gatherings No matter how hard we try, holidays are difficult. They can provide stress with making food and dealing with overbearing parents, nagging siblings, and jealous relatives. Setting healthy boundaries from the... Michelle S. Lazurek Oct 25, 2023
• 5 Reasons Worship Is Vital to Thanksgiving Worship and thanksgiving are deeply connected. Worship is more than just a religious duty; it’s a profound act of gratitude to the God who blesses us in countless ways. When we worship God as we give thanks... Whitney Hopler Oct 24, 2023
• 7 Ways to Give Thanks When Thanksgiving Is a Dark Time Thanksgiving is a time when we gather with family and friends to express gratitude for the blessings in our lives. However, we all experience trouble in this fallen world, and we may be facing many... Whitney Hopler Oct 23, 2023
• 30 Fun Ways to Get Your Kids Involved This Thanksgiving There are many ways in which your children can be involved in Thanksgiving. Sit down with your kids and decide how they want to take part. Maybe your nine-year-old will want to help in the kitchen while your... Carrie Lowrance Oct 19, 2023
• How to Help Your Kids Understand the History of Thanksgiving We often boil down the history of this celebration to its simplest and most mainstream form, but there is a lot more to dig into with our families. Consider taking some time to unpack a bit of the story... Amanda Idleman Oct 18, 2023
• 25 Best Prayers for Before Meals and Dinner Blessings Here are 25 prayers that will fit any mealtime situation, from formal family dinners, to meals on the go at the neighborhood drive-thru: Meg Bucher Sep 25, 2023