Thanksgiving: A Day to Savor Our Blessings
Freshly sliced turkey, thick rich gravy, savory seasoned stuffing, delicious mashed potatoes, sweet creamy coleslaw, tasty green bean casserole, and how about a generous slice of pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream to cap off your Thanksgiving feast!
Do I have your attention yet?
It’s that day — that very special day, when we gather to celebrate our many blessings and break bread with family and friends.
Thanksgiving is the one day of the year when we allow ourselves to overindulge, figuring that we can work off the extra calories the following week…or maybe the following year. It is also a day to reflect on God’s presence in our lives and the many gifts He has bestowed upon us.
Let’s be sure to use this day to show our gratitude by the way we reach out and lift up others as God has lifted us up. Take a few minutes to call someone who may be spending the holiday alone. Think about visiting someone in the hospital or an assisted-living facility. These are the most meaningful ways to show our appreciation and spread the love of Christ to others.
Okay, time to get back to the table before all the food disappears, but before you go, take a moment to offer a prayer of praise and thanksgiving for God’s many blessings, and prepare for the sacred season to come.