Friday - Praise in the Midst of Suffering

Luke 22:14-20 – “And when the hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles with him.  And he said unto them, With desire I have desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer:  For I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it be fulfilled in the kingdom of God.  And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it among yourselves:  For I say unto you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall come.  And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.  Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.”

Today, we turn our attention to Jesus' example of giving thanks even in the face of immense suffering. As you read about the Last Supper, consider the weight of what Jesus was facing. Yet, He still gave thanks. This profound act of gratitude in the darkest hour serves as a powerful model for us. Reflect on times when you've struggled to be thankful during hardship. How might Jesus' example inspire you to approach difficult situations differently? Today, if you're facing a challenging circumstance, try to find something to thank God for within that situation, trusting that He is working even when we can't see it.