A Beautiful Thanksgiving
When you think about Thanksgiving, what comes to mind? Perhaps it might be the historical meaning of it all. Maybe it might be an elaborate food menu and family and friends.
But, the true meaning of Thanksgiving goes far beyond all of the traditional definitions. The real meaning begins with a humbled heart. It is not just a holiday. It is a frame of mind that defines each day throughout the year.
Take a few days and try a small experiment. First, look at all of the things around you. This means look at everything. Have you ever seen the beauty of a horizon? Have you ever marveled at the deep blue of the sky or the perfection of the stars?
Take a deep breathe and enjoy the freshness as it fills you. Now examine the inner parts of your world. Look at your family, your friends, and all of the wonderful things that incorporate your life.
Next, take some time to look at the people around you. There is always going to be someone who is not quite as blessed as you are. So, a humbled heart realizes how fortunate they are to be blessed to such an extent.
Remember, blessings come in all packages large and small. Where do they come from? They come from the heart of a loving and merciful God. So, the true meaning of Thanksgiving is to give God love and gratitude for his awesome goodness every moment.
But, let's take it a step further. It also means taking that blessing and sharing it with others so that their lives may also be enriched. Count your many blessings. Give thanks to the Lord for all that he has bestowed from his heart.
If you don't know the Lord, please simply recite this prayer:
Most gracious Lord: It is with a humbled heart that I come before your throne, seeking to know more of you. I am so thankful for all of the wonderful things in my life. I give my heart and life to you. Please come into my life and be my Lord. Amen.
Have a blessed Thanksgiving everyone!
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God bless you all!
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