A Prayer of Thanks for Warm, Sunny Days

July 30, 2025
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Sunshine reveals God's character. In today's prayer and devotional, Chelsey DeMatteis reflects on the simple but powerful gift of warm, sunny days—and how they echo God's grace and goodness. Through her personal experiences and biblical truths, she encourages us to slow down and recognize the presence of God in everyday beauty. Sunny days aren’t just weather patterns; they are soul-deep reminders of God’s faithfulness, mercy, and the light of Christ.

Scripture Observation and Application:

  • Sunshine reveals God's character – warmth, joy, mercy, and light.

  • Creation declares God’s glory (Psalm 19:1), and each sunrise and sunset can prompt heartfelt gratitude.

  • Children’s simple thankfulness—like Chelsey’s son—can guide us toward deeper worship.

  • Scripture reminds us: God is the ultimate source of light, both in nature and in our lives.


Scripture to Meditate On:

  • Psalm 19:1 – The heavens proclaim God's glory

  • John 8:12 – Jesus is the light of the world

  • John 1:5 – Light overcomes darkness

  • Psalm 119:105 – God’s word lights our path

  • 1 Peter 2:9 – Called out of darkness into marvelous light

  • 2 Corinthians 4:6 – God shines light into our hearts


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✅ Calls to Action

  • Pause and give thanks the next time you feel the warmth of the sun.

  • Read Psalm 19 as a reflection on God’s glory in creation.

  • Share this devotional with a friend who needs a reminder of God’s goodness in everyday life.

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Keri Eichberger is the author of Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With The One Who Overcomes and has a passion for devotional writing. A Jesus-loving Kentucky girl, she is blessed—together with her best friend and husband of more than twenty years, Mike—with a house full of five kids. Keri was ordained through Southeast Christian Church and has devoted her life to full-time ministry. Connect with her at KeriEichberger.com or Instagram.
Lia Girard is a poet, mom, wife, author, and former Faith Editor for Crosswalk.com who delights in the truth, discovering new restaurants and exploring wild places. Formerly Lia Martin, her devotionals, articles and video/audio voiceovers are featured on Crosswalk.com, BibleStudyTools.com, iBelieve.com, and the Your Daily Prayer and Your Nightly Prayer podcasts. She soaks up God on long forest walks and shares her inspiration on Instagram @wildpeace.poetry.
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