Out of Focus26 Nov 2025

A Thanksgiving Conversation For The Weary Heart with Pastor Mike Lee

Some seasons of Thanksgiving feel full… others feel fragile. This episode speaks to both.

In this warm and heartfelt Thanksgiving conversation, Shannon sits down with her husband, Pastor Mike Lee — a leader who spent years shepherding one of the largest churches in America and who has also walked through seasons of deep pain, quiet rebuilding, and unexpected grace.

Together, they reflect on gratitude, family traditions, the beauty of perspective, and giving thanks not just for all things… but in all things.

This episode is gentle, encouraging, and deeply relatable — offering hope for anyone navigating loneliness, weariness, or heaviness during the holidays.

Whether listeners are surrounded by family or spending the day quietly on their own, Shannon and Mike invite them to pause, breathe, and remember what truly matters.

Key Themes

• Giving thanks in every season

• Gratitude when life is difficult

• Perspective that brings peace

• Cherished memories & family traditions

• Acts of kindness that change lives

• The healing power of forgiveness

• Hope for those who feel alone

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Thanksgiving Traditions & Black Friday Shopping

01:18 — Giving Thanks in All Circumstances

03:11 — Finding Gratitude in Difficult Times

04:34 — The Importance of Perspective

06:34 — Cherished Thanksgiving Memories

09:10 — Encouragement for the Lonely

11:21 — Acts of Kindness During the Holidays

13:00 — The Power of Forgiveness

13:56 — Finding Hope in Dark Times

14:53 — Cultivating a Grateful Heart

16:21 — Thanksgiving Favorites & Family Traditions

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

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