And Be Thankful
- Jeff Kent
- Nov 24
- 2 min read
Thanksgiving is our very favorite holiday. It bothers us a great deal that it gets squeezed out (even crushed) between Halloween and Christmas. Thanksgiving brings together faith and family, along with food (some would add football!). To use an overworked phrase: it doesn’t get any better than that! Although Paul encourages us to “be thankful” as a matter of course, Thanksgiving is an opportunity to pause from the hectic pace of daily living and reflect upon the goodness of the Lord God, our Creator. His blessings range from the material through the spiritual. For what things should we be thankful? Here are just a few...
> the love of God. Without it, we perish
> the cross of our Lord Jesus. Without it we perish
> the resurrection of Jesus. Without it we perish
> the Holy Spirit. Without Him we are in the dark
> your parents. They took care of you and taught you.
> your siblings, if you had them. Despite the squabbles.
> the opportunity to hear and obey the gospel. Life saving.
> a loving and faithful wife or husband. A true blessing.
> children and grandkids. What a joy!
> God’s patience. You didn’t always do right.
> God’s looking out for you. Oh my! How many times?
> God’s bringing you through hard times. Yes, He did.
> Having more than enough to help others. Humbling.
> the Bible. So much to learn; so little time.
> prayer. He is always available.
> your church family. They really do love you.
> morning coffee. Bacon. Chocolate. Pizza.
> a good book. Good music. A good conversation.
> Sunshine. Fresh air. Morning mist. Flowers.
> Freedom. Hope.
What else would you add? Be thankful.
><> Jeff
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