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Monday, Nov. 24 — “Thanksgiving in the Hard”

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Paul writes from prison, yet he says to give thanks in everything. Thanksgiving is not denial—it is an invitation for God’s presence in the middle of suffering. God meets us in the hard places.

One Christian described life’s painful seasons as “bouquets of thorns”—unexpected places where she found God’s nearness.

Reflection: What hard place in your life needs to be handed to God with thanksgiving today?

Action Step: Write down one difficult situation and speak a short prayer of gratitude—not for the hardship, but for God’s presence.

Prayer: God, meet me in the hard places. Teach me to give thanks even when life hurts. Amen.