I want to challenge you this week.

If you keep a diary, prayer journal, or blog, list five things for which you are thankful each day.  If you start today, you will have 25 items on Thanksgiving Day.

On Thursday, during your private devotion or prayer time, pray with that list. Tell God you are thankful for each blessing listed -- and many more!

Five things for which I thank God:

1. He has given me gifts that I realize and use.
2. He has given me gifts that I don't yet fully realize, but look forward to discovering.
3. Elisebeth, who is becoming a woman of God.
4. Katherine, who shows compassion to all.
5. Greg, who uses his gift of being a pastor, even when the devil tries to stand in his way.