The Table of Peace

🦃 Theme: The Table of Thanksgiving

📖 Scripture:
“The peace that Christ gives is to guide you in the decisions you make; for it is to this peace that God has called you together in the one body. And be thankful.” — Colossians 3:15 (GNTD)

📜 Background:
Paul writes to the believers in Colossae, encouraging them to live in harmony as one body in Christ. He reminds them that peace isn’t just a feeling—it’s a guiding presence. This peace is meant to rule in our hearts, shaping our relationships, decisions, and gratitude. It’s a peace rooted in Christ, not in circumstances.

💡 Devotional:
Last fall, I remember sitting at the table after a long, emotionally draining week. Life had been loud—full of decisions, deadlines, and unexpected detours. But as I lit a candle and opened my Bible, the room quieted. Not just around me, but within me. That’s when Colossians 3:15 came alive: “The peace that Christ gives is to guide you…”

At The Table of Thanksgiving, peace isn’t just a centerpiece—it’s the invitation. Jesus offers a stillness that steadies us, even when life swirls. His peace doesn’t ignore the noise; it speaks louder than it. And it’s not just for us—it’s for the whole body. We’re called to live in unity, guided by peace, grounded in gratitude.

If your heart feels unsettled today, come to the table. Let Christ’s peace be your compass. Let thankfulness be your song.

🪞 Reflection Questions:

What areas of your life feel unsettled or noisy right now?
How can you let Christ’s peace guide your decisions this week?
Who in your life needs to experience peace through your presence?

🙏 Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for Your peace that calms my heart.
When life feels loud, help me listen for Your still voice.
Guide my thoughts, my choices, and my relationships with Your peace.
Let gratitude rise in me, even in the midst of uncertainty.
Amen.

🛠️ Application:
Create a “peace pause” this week.
Set aside 10 minutes each day to sit quietly with God—no phone, no noise, just stillness.
Read Colossians 3:15 and ask Him to guide your heart with His peace.

📌 Takeaway:
At The Table of Thanksgiving, peace is not the absence of trouble—it’s the presence of Christ.
Let His peace guide you, and let gratitude grow from it.