Avoiding Toxic Talk at Thanksgiving - The Crosswalk Devotional - November 27

PLUS...5 Symbols of Thanksgiving to Prompt Gratitude  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ &zwnj [Crosswalk.com Logo]( The Crosswalk Devotional  [Devotionals](        [Newsletters](        [e-Cards](      [The Crosswalk Devotional updated banner logo] Avoiding Toxic Talk at [Thanksgiving]( By Vivian Bricker Bible Reading “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen” ([Ephesians 4:29](. Thanksgiving is known to be a holiday where food is a major theme. We meet together with family and friends to enjoy each other’s company and have a nice, homemade meal. Unfortunately, due to the prevalent diet culture in the world today, it is not hard to hear a family member comment on our food choices, our weight loss, or our weight gain. Any of these comments have the capacity to ruin our holiday. Sadly, there is almost always one family member who will be problematic and extremely engulfed in diet culture. As someone who has recovered from anorexia nervosa, I can share with you that holiday functions are terribly difficult. Whenever I see someone I have not seen in a while, they always feel like they have to comment on my weight. “Oh, you’ve gained weight!” Whether it is in a positive way or not, it is hurtful.  [CONTINUE READING →](            You May Also Like:        [5 Symbols of Thanksgiving to Prompt Gratitude](  Annie Yorty Bread reminds us that Jesus is the spiritual nutrition we need to daily to remain healthy. The image of a vine nudges us to stay connected to abundant life in Christ. Golden fields of wheat help us recall people God has prepared to receive the gospel message of Jesus.  [CONTINUE READING →](       [5 Tips for Hosting a Family Gathering](  Laura Bailey Do you desire to host your family during the holidays (or maybe you were voluntold) but find yourself stressing about the planning, organizing, or executing? Read on.  [CONTINUE READING →](            [Lauren Daigle and Ellie Holcomb Inspire with 'Be Okay' Lyric Video](  GodTube.com Lauren Daigle's latest collaboration with friend Ellie Holcomb is inspiring with the ‘Be Okay’ lyric video. It is truly nothing short of soul-stirring. Their song ‘Be Okay,’ with its jazzy gospel feel, is a reassuring and comforting melody that brings hope and encouragement to listeners everywhere. Lauren's warm and emotive vocals, combined with Ellie's harmonies, create a powerful duet that exudes an unwavering faith and trust in a higher power.  [WATCH NOW →](        [A Prayer for an Open Heart This Holiday Season - Your Daily Prayer - November 25](  Emma Danzey With so many traditions, travel, meals, and memories to be made, it can be easy to feel anxious and overwhelmed by what is ahead. However, God teaches us in Philippians not to worry about anything but to pray and share our petitions with Him with gratitude.  [CONTINUE READING →](                            Bible Trivia Question of the Day                                           What wood did God tell Moses to have the ark of the Covenant made of? A. shittim wood B. oak C. cedar D. gopher wood [ANSWER THE QUESTION →](     [Crosswalk.com Logo](  [Read about Salem Web Network](  |  [Unsubscribe](   [Email Preference Center](  |  [View in Browser](   © 2024 Salem Web Network. All rights reserved. 111 Virginia Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219. This email is never sent unsolicited. You are receiving this email because your email address, {EMAIL}, is signed up to receive newsletters, updates, and special offers from Crosswalk. Â