Be thankful that when you or someone you care about is ill, you can pray for God's healing power.
Isaiah 53:5
But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.
(Whole Chapter: Isaiah 53 In context: Isaiah 53:4-6)
Psalm 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. (Whole Chapter: Psalm 147 In context: Psalm 147:2-4)
Psalm 103:3
who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, (Whole Chapter: Psalm 103 In context: Psalm 103:2-4)
Psalm 30:2
O LORD my God, I called to you for help and you healed me.
(Whole Chapter: Psalm 30 In context: Psalm 30:1-3)
A An abundant life
Isn't it comforting to know that Jesus desires for us to have an abundant life on this earth. Encarta defines the word abundantly this way:
a·bun·dant
adjective
1. plentiful: present in great quantities
2. well-supplied: providing a more than plentiful supply of something
3. found in quantity: existing in large quantities
Jesus said:
Jesus said, "I came that they might have life, and might have it abundantly" (that it might be full and meaningful)
(John 10:10)
Jesus desires that our lives are full of meaning. He desires for us to be well supplied and well taken care of. Thanksgiving is a time of celebrating our abundance and being grateful for our blessings. Take stock of your life and offer a prayer of thanksgiving to the one who has given you such abundance.
Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD , "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
(Whole Chapter: Jeremiah 29 In context: Jeremiah 29:10-12)
N Neighbors and friends
Friends and neighbors are such a treasure in this life. Whenever you are feeling down, a true friend is always there for you offering love, hope, and encouragement.
The Bible teaches us that it is important to love our friends and neighbors. Friends are so valuable to us and it is important that we let them know how much they mean to us. Do something special for your friends this Thanksgiving. Send them a card or a note. Bake an extra batch of cookies and share these with your neighbors.
John 15:13
Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
(Whole Chapter: John 15 In context: John 15:12-14)
Matthew 22:39
And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'[ 22:39 Lev. 19:18]
(Whole Chapter: Matthew 22 In context: Matthew 22:38-40)
K King of Kings
When you bow your head this Thanksgiving to thank the Lord for your blessings, do not forget to thank Him for sending us the greatest King. There will always be evil in our world but our King is greater than the evil.
1 Timothy 6
14to keep this command without spot or blame until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15which God will bring about in his own time--God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords, 16who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To him be honor and might forever. Amen.
1 John 4:4
You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
(Whole Chapter: 1 John 4 In context: 1 John 4:3-5)
F Forgiveness
Can you imagine owing a debt that you can not pay? What if a friend offered to repay your debt for you. When Jesus died on the cross for our sins, that is just what he did. He paid the price for sins he had not committed. How grateful we should be for what Jesus did for us.
He Died for YOU! Did you know that if you had been the only person alive, Jesus still would have died for just YOU! That is how much He loves you! Thank Him for offering you forgiveness.
"But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
U Umbrella of protection
Are you thankful that during times of trouble that you can ask God for His protection? Knowing that God cares for us and that He is always watching us is very comforting.
Psalm 5:11
But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.
(Whole Chapter: Psalm 5 In context: Psalm 5:10-12)
1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. (Whole Chapter: 1 Peter 5 In context: 1 Peter 5:6-8)
Psalm 32:7
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah
(Whole Chapter: Psalm 32 In context: Psalm 32:6-8)
L Love that is unimaginable
God's love for us is hard to understand because God's love is unconditional. God loves us no matter what he do. He loves us completely and even sent his Son to die for us. God expects us and commands us to love one another just as he has loved us.
John 13:34
"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
(Whole Chapter: John 13 In context: John 13:33-35
What historians do know about Thanksgiving
There are many myths surrounding Thanksgiving. Here are nine things we do know are true about the holiday.
1. The first Thanksgiving was a harvest celebration in 1621 that lasted for three days.
2. The feast most likely occurred between Sept. 21 and Nov. 11.
3. Approximately 90 Wampanoag Indians and 52 colonists - the latter mostly women and children - participated.
4. The Wampanoag, led by Chief Massasoit, contributed at least five deer to the feast.
5. Cranberry sauce, potatoes - white or sweet - and pies were not on the menu.
6. The Pilgrims and Wampanoag communicated through Squanto, a member of the Patuxet tribe, who knew English because he had associated with earlier explorers.
7. Besides meals, the event included recreation and entertainment.
8. There are only two surviving descriptions of the first Thanksgiving. One is in a letter by colonist Edward Winslow. He mentions some of the food and activities. The second description was in a book written by William Bradford 20 years afterward. His account was lost for almost 100 years.
9. Abraham Lincoln named Thanksgiving an annual holiday in 1863.
To view more Thanksgiving treats, head on over to Kelli's blog "There Is No Place Like Home", she is hosting a week long Thanksgiving Extravaganza!
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Praise God for my Mother living with us!
(lots of evening News watching) , he is home with us all day 5 days a week, and only works a few hours in the late evening a couple days a week and at Church on the weekends. We are blessed to have him home with us.
, some more hectic and busy then others! We also have more down time some days to just have fun and play games and what not. Its a very busy life with littles!
