A Thanksgiving with Jesus

Thanksgiving is often marked by tables filled with food, homes filled with laughter, and hearts filled with gratitude. Imagine for a moment what Thanksgiving would look like if Jesus Himself were the invited guest at your table. How would He change the conversation? What would you thank the Father for? And what would He have to say in dialogue? A Thanksgiving with Jesus is not ultimately about a holiday; it is about the way He shaped our lives. Jesus teaches that
Thanksgiving begins in the Heart. When Jesus gave thanks, it was never dependent on circumstances. He thanked the Father before multiplying bread for the hungry crowd. He gave thanks before raising Lazarus. He gave thanks on the night He was betrayed, breaking the bread that symbolized His own suffering.
A Thanksgiving with Jesus is an invitation to shift our focus:
·        from what we have, to who we have
·        from a temporary viewpoint, to eternal promises
·        from present struggles, to God’s unchanging faithfulness
 
I know many of you have gone through difficulties and struggles. Remember, we praise not for what we have, but for Jesus being there for us in both the difficult times and the blessings. Hope to see you Sunday.
 
Happy Thanksgiving!
Pastor Steve