Thankful in Hardship
"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God."1 Thessalonians 5:18
Reflection
It says in everything, not for everything. Not every situation is good, but in every situation there is something to be thankful for.
Prayer
Lord, teach me to find a reason for gratitude today. Amen!
Talk about it as a family
- What is the difference between "in everything" and "for everything"?
- What hard situation are you facing?
- What can you be thankful for even in it?
5-minute activity
Each person names one hard thing from this month and, next to it, one thing to be thankful for in the middle of it. Write both on a sheet of paper and pray together. Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.