Gratitude with the Turkey – Nov. 16, 2025

1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

As we approach Thanksgiving, Susan provided suggestions for how to live into a life of gratitude.

The book of Thessalonians is said to be the oldest writing in the new testament. The letter is written to a church facing persecution, with the people fearing for their lives. Yet the writer tells them to, "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and to give thanks in all circumstances."

Gratitude isn't just a practice for the good times.

Because the important thing is not just to think about gratitude, but to do it, we were provided an opportunity to reflect on things we're grateful for and share at least one of those things with our neighbor. Susan also provided some ways to practice gratitude and incorporate these habits into our daily lives.