by Darlene SchultzA tradition that I have recently become aware of is writing a Thanksgiving prayer. Since I have no experience writing this type of prayer, I immediately began to do some research. After an extensive search, I discovered a blog post by Lori Grace Hill entitled Holidays and Seasons with some helpful tips. So, if you would like to write your own Thanksgiving prayer this year, she has three easy steps to guide you. 1. Give thanks for immediate blessings such as:
2. Give thanks for ongoing blessings such as:
3. Ask for continued blessings such as:
After reading Lori’s tips and giving it some thought, I was motivated to write my own Thanksgiving prayer. Here it is: Dear God, There are not enough words in any language to praise you for all you have blessed me with this Thanksgiving. I give praises to you for my family and friends and for all you have generously provided. Thank you, dear God for meeting all my needs. Thank you for my health and for being able to live in a free country. I thank you for your continued guidance and protection in my life. Thank you for giving me more than I have ever needed or could even think to ask for. Praises to you, dear God for all eternity. Amen. So, whatever you choose, whether it be a written prayer or a day-to-day journal of your blessings, just remember to give thanks. We have been truly blessed and taking a moment to reflect and recognize those blessings is what Thanksgiving is all about.
Sandy Ferrell
11/3/2023 04:47:26 pm
Great thoughts, Darlene. Thanks for sharing. Very appropriate for this season!
Kathy Wolfe
11/7/2023 12:09:35 pm
Darlene, very appropriate for the season to give thanks. We need to remember to do it more often!
Joel Linnabary
11/14/2023 07:03:02 pm
This is a great way for us to remember to be thankful for what we truly have. Comments are closed.
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