Happy Thanksgiving

Don’t forget to say, “Thank you!” I remind my children to be grateful because someone reminded me. 

One Thanksgiving, when my children were little, I attempted the traditional act of going around the table telling of one thing you have been grateful for during the year. But, unfortunately, as they whined and moaned, it felt more like a turkey hostage situation than it did a ritual of gratitude. 

When we are more anxious and less optimistic about our world, gratitude is an excellent public practice. Life is an abundance of shared gifts. It may be easier to express thankfulness privately, but consider the difference if we publicly express our gratitude for how we live.  

The Psalmist declares, “This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” 

Friends, today is a gift. It is the only day we have. Let’s be grateful. 

What is one way for you to express gratitude today?

Pastor Jamey