November 11, 2024
In November, I always set aside time to reflect and take stock of my life. I want to recall God’s faithfulness over the past year. The Psalm understood this exercise, for Psalm 100 reminds us that “His love endures forever, and His faithfulness continues through all generations.” When we take stock of our lives, we acknowledge not only where we are now, but also how far God has brought us. These are two things I want to remember.
Take a moment to think back over this past year. There were challenges faced, difficult seasons, and uncertainties. Yet, you are still standing. Can you see God’s hand amid the struggle? In addition, this past year was also filled with laughter, love, fun, and joy. Can you see God’s hand within the blessings?
Taking stock is not about perfection, but about the process. Life is filled with both the highs and the lows, yet God is part of it all. The key is to see His hand in the journey of things. Maturity has more to do with gratitude in all things, not just the things we like. Thanksgiving is meant to be shared. It is the giving and receiving of blessings that we find contentment in all things.
Heavenly Father, we thank you for your faithfulness and goodness in our lives. Help us to cultivate hearts of gratitude, to reflect on your blessings, and to live out that thanksgiving in how we love and serve others. As we take stock of our lives, guide us by your Spirit, that we may continue to grow closer to you and be a reflection of your life to those around us. Amen.
Things to Pray About:
- Pray for our Veteran’s.
- Pray for spiritual maturity.
- Our unwillingly absent members and shut-ins.
- Pray for comfort for those who are grieving.
- Wisdom for our church leaders, local leaders, and world leaders.
- Family restoration through forgiveness.
- Continued growth of the faith of the people.
- Pray for understanding.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6