What are You Thankful For?
Last weekend I walked into a Michael’s Craft Store and was immediately bombarded by Christmas carols, Christmas crafts, cards, decorations and there was someone painting snowmen on the outside windows. I was there to buy a birthday gift and was really not ready to begin to think about Christmas. As I wandered the store I got to wondering whatever happened to Thanksgiving?
I have always thought of Thanksgiving as a time to count and reflect upon my blessings and what I am thankful for. I always thought Thanksgiving was a god secular holiday to prepare us for moving into Advent: a time of preparing for our Savior’s arrival.
So I ask you to try to not to be overwhelmed by materialism and focus on what you are grateful for this Thanksgiving. As we gather with family and friends let us do some holy remembering and see where God is at work in our lives.
Be thankful for loved ones… many are lonely.
Be thankful for the roof over your heads… many are homeless.
Be thankful for good health… many are suffering.
Be thankful for food on the table… many are starving.
Be thankful for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit in your life…
Many will never know devine love…
Have a blessed Thanksgiving, Holly Cark
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