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Finding connection with God and each other

Thoughts for Thursday, August 2026

Today we are sharing a few prompts to encourage you during your personal spiritual time. We hope this collection will inspire you to be kind to yourself and others as you move through your week and head into the weekend.

Prayer from Bread for the Day
God, you lead and we follow. As you know the depths of our hearts and minds, we long to know and grow ever closer to you. Keep us with you on the path of hope, compassion, joy, and peace. (Bread for the Day, page 263)

Journal prompts
A Scripture that resonates with me in this season of my life is …

A hymn or song I recently heard that has stuck with me is …

Something that gave me hope is …

I am praying for …

Affirmation
God’s grace is with me even on my most difficult days. Through every season, God is with me. I am never alone.

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