Devotions-12-Aug-2025

Fjeldberg – Devotion for Aug 12th, 2025

READ (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus”

REFLECT
I recently had the misfortune of breaking my elbow on an early Summer bike ride. After surgery with some new metal parts and staring at months of physical therapy ahead, I started to get very down. It is human nature to focus on the negative, especially when it is right in front of us daily. I made a conscious decision to pray every morning, thanking God for the blessings in my life. As I walk my dog each morning at dawn, I thank him for His beautiful creations around me. Each day since, I have a different list of blessings and beauty to thank Him for. The list is infinite. What a way to change your daily mindset!

Turning to God during difficult times and reflecting on the incredible life He has blessed us with can help shift our focus from challenges to gratitude, reminding us that even in struggles, we have much to be thankful for and hope to hold onto.

PRAY
God, Thank You for the countless blessings You have given us. In times of difficulty, help us turn to You with a heart of gratitude, knowing that our struggles are small compared to the greatness of Your love and grace.

 
Devotions by Rachel B