A wonderful week to celebrate opportunities to be thankful. It's Thanksgiving!

This is one of the Bible verses which was part of our worship service yesterday:

"Let the peace of heart
which comes from Christ
be always present 
in your hearts and lives,
for this is your responsibility
and privilege
as members of his body.
And always be thankful.

~ Colossians 3:15 LAB

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Bible Commentary:  "Another translation of this verse is, 'Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.' The word rule comes from athletics. Paul tells us to let Christ's peace be 'umpire' in our hearts. Our hearts are the center of conflict because there our feelings and desires clash---our fears and hopes, our distrust and trust, our jealousy and love. How can we deal with these constant conflicts and live as God wants? Paul explains that we must decide between conflicting elements on the basis of peace---which choice will promote peace in our souls and in our church churches?'

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Dear Lord,
help us!
When we know what we should
be doing,
help us to choose well
and just do it!
We are thankful for Your help.
In Jesus' Name.
Amen.