November Arrives

"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus," (Philippians 4:4-7 NIV).

What a wonderful welcome to November! Our oak tree leaves sparkled like gold in the sunshine yesterday. The leaves of all the trees have finally gotten their fall color and are truly beautiful.

This is a month of thanksgiving and the scripture reminds us that we can turn to God with all our petitions in prayer, with thanksgiving. It is a good month to pause and give thanks for all that is good in our lives. And that's a lot. Rejoice!

Scripture tells us to be gentle, and not to be anxious about anything. That is a good reminder for this time of year. With the busy holidays ahead.

Let's take time during this month of November to rejoice in the Lord always, to be gentle with others, and to pray. Then the Lord, our God of peace, will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. What a precious gift to have during November and always.

May God bless you and keep you with His peace that passes all understanding.

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