Thanksgiving

The following is known as "The Serenity Prayer," written by Friedrich Christoph Oetinger.  Read this prayer aloud, and then use the questions to start a faith conversation.

Lord, give me the serenity

To accept the things I cannot change;

Give me the courage

To change the things I can, and

The wisdom to distinguish

The one from the other.

1. What truths do you find in this prayer?
2. How can we, as a family, use this prayer to make our family stronger?
3. For what do we need serenity?  For what do you need courage?
4. How can prayer keep you focused on giving thanks to God?

Pray for the situations just discussed.  Then list how as family members you can help and encourage each other in the situations.