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A Prayer of National Thanksgiving

Today's Focus

Giving thanks and express gratitude to God for the people, experiences, and opportunities that have shaped us.

Today's Verse

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.
~ Psalm 100:4-5 (NIV)

Today’s Reflection

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday - it's a powerful spiritual practice that shifts our focus from what divides us to the blessings that unite us as a nation. When we pause to express gratitude, we recognize that despite our differences, we share in God's abundant provision for our country. This thanksgiving season offers us a unique opportunity to bridge divides and strengthen the bonds of national unity through shared gratitude.
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Today’s Prayer

Heavenly Father, on this Thanksgiving Day, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude. We thank You for Your faithful provision for our nation through another year – for the freedom we enjoy, the abundance we share, and the diversity that enriches our national fabric.

Lord, we are grateful for the privilege of living in a country where we can freely worship You, express our beliefs, and participate in shaping our future. Thank You for the countless individuals who serve our communities – from first responders to educators, from military personnel to healthcare workers, from farmers to public servants.

We especially thank You for ››› continue prayer here ››› the gift of diversity in our nation. Thank You for the various cultures, traditions, and perspectives that, when woven together, create the beautiful tapestry of American life. Help us to see our differences not as divisions, but as demonstrations of Your creative power.

As we gather with family and friends today, we ask that You would make us instruments of Your peace and unity. Let our gratitude overflow into generosity, and our appreciation for Your blessings inspire us to be a blessing to others.

In Your gracious name, we pray. Amen.**Share your gratitude in action today.** Consider calling someone from a different political or cultural background than yours and express appreciation for how they’ve positively impacted your community. Let’s build bridges of understanding through thankfulness.

Today’s Prayer Points

  • For hearts of sincere gratitude across our nation today
  • For the healing of relationships across political and cultural divides through shared thankfulness
  • For wisdom to turn our gratitude into meaningful actions that strengthen our communities
  • For those serving our communities today – first responders, healthcare workers, and service personnel who work through the holiday
  • For those who may be alone or struggling during this holiday season

Today’s Action Steps

Share your gratitude in action today. Consider calling someone from a different political or cultural background than yours and express appreciation for how they’ve positively impacted your community. Let’s build bridges of understanding through thankfulness.

  • Record that you prayed for this in our online group on Prayer Nook

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Today’s Question

  • How might practicing regular gratitude help heal the divisions in our nation?

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