Lent 2025 School of Prayer 14

Day 14: Prayer and Gratitude

“Rejoice always, pray always, and give thanks in all situations; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” — 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18

Being grateful is a strong state of mind. Because we are thankful, our prayers are no longer just about what we need, but also about what He has already given us. If we want to follow the teachings of the Apostle Paul, we should always pray and be thankful, not just when things are going well.

Why is it so important to be thankful when you pray? Because it makes our faith stronger. Let’s thank God for everything, even if we don’t see the answer right away. This shows that we believe in His good plan. When we are thankful, we can see how God is working in our lives in ways we did not expect.

Today, stop and thank God for all the good things in your life, no matter how big or small. Write down the things you’re thankful for and say them out loud as a prayer. Let being thankful shape your relationship with God. It will make your time with Him more joyful and trustworthy.

Question: How often do you thank God when you pray? Perhaps you can thank Him for something today, even if you haven’t heard back yet.

Fasting & Giving: Fast from unnecessary purchases. Donate what you would have spent.