Verse to Remember: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
"in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."

The Message: Giving thanks for what we can be all truly grateful for

I'm gonna keep this one short and sweet cause I'm full and sleepy.

Basically, this is such a great day and wonderful holiday. It's a day when families get together and celebrate just being together. It's a day when no matter what is going on in our lives, we try to find something to be thankful for.

I know a lot of families get distracted with all the food and talking and especially football!!! I really can't say I blame you, as I'm guilty of it too! But as great as all these things are, there is something we should really take time to value, recognize, and GIVE THANKS for, that is the wonderful gift of grace, which is our salvation that was given to us as a gift but at a price. Jesus Christ died so that we may live. Our gift of eternal freedom was given to us with the sacrifice of love. I urge you to remember that cost, and take joy in that wonderful most valuable gift- salvation.

So while you are eating, remember what our Lord, Jesus Christ said-
"And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” Luke 22:19

And when you're so full that you need to take a drink to wash it down, remember when Jesus told us to drink-
Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, "Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in my Father's kingdom." Matthew 26:27-29

And with that said, remember lastly this verse:
Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!2 Corinthians 9:15

Let this day of wonderful feasting, and all the eating and drinking remind you of what we can truly be thankful for, God's love and sacrifice for us and our sins.

Jesus loves you, and so do we.
God Bless You, and have a wonderful blessed, love filled day with family and friends, and don't forget this most valuable reminder and be sure to remind others.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING,
The Sondays