Peace and Gratitude
NOVEMBER 24, 2022

And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful.
Colossians 3:15

Recommended Reading: Psalm 107:1-9
Microscopes and telescopes help us focus on one thing—a cell or a star. The idea of focusing reminds us that the human brain can only be occupied with one thought or subject at a time. As much as we like to think we are multitasking, we’re really just switching quickly between different tasks or thoughts.

When we focus on a problem or circumstance in life, we exclude all else—especially the solutions or the things that are not a problem. That must be one of the reasons Paul wrote, “Be anxious for nothing” (Philippians 4:6). And he wrote in Colossians 3:15, “Let the peace of God rule in your hearts.” When we are anxious about a problem, we can’t be thankful for the good things around us; we can’t see them when we are focused only on the problem. But when we are at peace, we can be thankful for all of God’s blessings and gifts—and the solution He can provide to the problem we are facing.

Instead of being anxious today—focusing only on a problem—be at peace. Look around and focus with thanksgiving on all of God’s good gifts.

God’s giving deserves our thanksgiving.
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