Find Renewal in Grace: 7 Faith Practices for November
A November Rule of Life: From Grateful Hearts to Generous Hands
November brings falling leaves, full tables, and, for many of us, a deep desire to recenter on grace. It’s a perfect moment to remember who God is, who we are in Christ, and how we’re called to live—upward in worship, inward in holiness and assurance, and outward in obedience, discipleship, and generosity. Below is a simple, Scripture-shaped “rule of life” for this season—seven practices that keep us rooted in the gospel and fruitful in good works.
1) Cleanse: Pursue Holiness and Repent Hidden Sin
Jesus cares about the temple—and by His Spirit, your heart is now that sacred space (see 1 Corinthians 6:19–20). Grace doesn’t minimize sin; it motivates repentance and empowers transformation. To keep a vibrant relationship with God, regularly “clean house.”
- Pray Psalm 139: “Search me, O God.” Confess specific sins; receive fresh cleansing (see 1 John 1:9).
- Remove the kindling: Quiet the inputs that fuel temptation—apps, shows, patterns, places.
- Invite accountability: Ask a trusted believer to check in weekly. Hidden sin dies in the light.
Keyword focus: holiness, cleansing, repentance, hidden sin.
2) Remember: Stand in Your Identity as God’s Workmanship
You were saved by grace through faith, not by works—yet you were saved for good works God prepared in advance (see Ephesians 2:8–10). Your identity as God’s beloved child fuels trust and stabilizes assurance. You are created and saved on purpose.
- Rehearse the gospel daily: “I am in Christ, forgiven, adopted, and sent.”
- Write your purpose statement: “Because I am God’s workmanship, I will …” (name a specific work of love).
- Trust the One who made you: Commit today’s decisions to your Creator and Savior in prayer.
Keyword focus: faith, grace, saved, God’s workmanship, purpose, trust, identity.
3) Give Thanks: Honor God with Worship and Gratitude
Only one of the ten healed lepers returned to thank Jesus (Luke 17:11–19). Gratitude is more than good manners—it is worship. When we behold God’s majesty, we see our lives in true perspective (Psalm 8).
- Start a thanksgiving list: Each day, name five evidences of God’s grace.
- Sing the truth: Fill your home with praise that re-centers your heart on God’s character.
- Tell someone: Share a testimony of God’s kindness this week.
Keyword focus: gratitude, thanksgiving, praise, worship, awe, majesty.
4) Obey: Let Love Lead to Works and Blessing
Obedience doesn’t earn God’s favor; it expresses our love and trust, and it positions us for His blessing (see Isaiah 1:19; Deuteronomy 28:1). The Spirit-empowered life bears tangible fruit.
- Choose one command to practice intentionally this week (e.g., forgive, reconcile, tell the truth, honor parents).
- Act now: Small, faithful steps (a phone call, a confession, a gift) open big doors of growth.
- Review the results: Where obedience grows, joy follows.
Keyword focus: obedience, works, fruit, transformation, blessing.
5) Give: Practice Generosity and Wise Stewardship
Debates about tithing can miss the point: the New Testament vision is grace-shaped, cheerful giving that’s wise, sacrificial, and joyful (2 Corinthians 9:7). Gratitude fuels open-handed stewardship—not from guilt, but from love.
- Plan your year-end generosity: Set a percentage goal, then prayerfully stretch it.
- Give where the gospel advances: Your home church first, then missionaries, mercy ministries, and pro-life, pro-family causes that align with your convictions.
- Build margin: Simplify spending so generosity becomes a lifestyle, not a once-a-year event.
Keyword focus: generosity, giving, stewardship, tithing.
6) Disciple: Pour Your Life into People
Discipleship and evangelism are the natural overflow of grace. As Jesus commands, we are to “make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19–20). Look for “trophies of grace”—people the Lord is already drawing—and invest with intention.
- Identify three people (family, friend, neighbor, coworker). Pray by name daily.
- Start a simple rhythm: weekly coffee, a Bible chapter together, prayer texts, a standing Sunday lunch.
- Share the gospel clearly and invite a response. Celebrate small steps and next steps.
Keyword focus: discipleship, mentoring, evangelism, mission, trophies of grace.
7) Rest: Walk in Assurance and Persevering Hope
In Christ, assurance is not presumption; it’s a promise. “That you may know you have eternal life” (1 John 5:13). Believers still stumble, but they keep getting up—returning to God’s grace again and again. There is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1).
- Preach the gospel to yourself daily: “I am forgiven, covered, and called.”
- Confess quickly and move forward joyfully (1 John 1:9).
- Persevere: When you fall, don’t quit—return to grace and continue in faith.
Keyword focus: assurance, perseverance, grace.
How It All Fits: Grace to Identity, Identity to Holiness, Holiness to Obedience
These practices aren’t boxes to check; they’re a gospel flow. Grace anchors identity—you are created and saved on purpose. Identity fuels holiness—knowing whose you are motivates cleansing the heart. Holiness frees obedience—and obedience bears the fruit of love in works, generosity, and discipleship. Along the way, gratitude lifts our eyes in worship and opens our hands in stewardship; assurance steadies our hearts to persevere.
A Simple Weekly Rhythm for November
- Sunday: Worship, communion, and gratitude (Psalm 8).
- Monday: Confession and cleansing; plan one act of obedience.
- Tuesday: Identity focus (Ephesians 2:8–10); write your purpose statement.
- Wednesday: Disciple someone—call, meet, read, pray.
- Thursday: Thanksgiving list and testimony (Luke 17:11–19).
- Friday: Stewardship review; schedule or send a gift (2 Corinthians 9:7).
- Saturday: Rest in assurance (1 John 5:13); celebrate progress and grace.
Take the Next Step Today
- Pick two practices to begin this week (for example, “Cleanse” and “Give Thanks”).
- Choose one person to invest in before month’s end. Put a time on the calendar.
- Set a generosity target for year-end giving and automate the first gift.
Friend, this season is more than a holiday—it’s an invitation. Let’s approach the table with grateful hearts and leave it with generous hands, living out a holy, fruitful life that makes much of Jesus. Saved by grace, standing in our identity, and sent in love—this is the joy of the gospel in real time.
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