Thanksgiving

 1 Chronicles 16:34: "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever" 

It’s Thanksgiving.  A day where the nation pauses to focus on gratitude.  Family and friends gather together. Memories of loved ones who are no longer with us take up a tender place in our hearts.

 Excitement for the  possibilities that this time of year brings. I feel blessed and grateful, full of hope.  That hope is Jesus and guess what. I have this hope 365 days of the year because Christ is constant.  When I feel like I can't take another step, I have Jesus carrying me.

    I am grateful for God's many blessings.  His protection, love and mercy.  I am grateful to be in my right mind.  I am grateful to know where my blessings come from.  I am grateful for life and thankful for hope.    I give thanks to You Lord for You are good and Your love endures forever.  What a blessing.  

Lord, let me have a heart of gratitude and thankfulness everyday.  Let me remember Your love and goodness even when times are hard.  Bless my friends who are celebrating this day without dear ones.  Let there be peace at the dinner table.  In Jesus name.  Amen