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Ah, Thanksgiving! You get a day off of work, stuff yourself to the gills on feasts of turkey and pumpkin pie, get together with friends and family for a party, and watch football games and parades on TV. What a great way to celebrate!
Celebrate what? What’s the reason for all this festivity? What’s “Thanksgiving” truly mean, anyway? Who do we thank, and what for?
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Everybody knows about the “first Thanksgiving”, Pilgrims, Indians, feasting, and all that. While there are a variety of “Thanksgiving” celebrations in various lands and debates on exactly what happened on the most famous one in the US, the principle still stands: We should give thanks to God for what He’s given us, whether it’s food on the table, safe travels, a great family, talents, success, or other blessings.
While many of us do this on at least a daily basis (ever heard Grandpa say “let’s give thanks” before a prayer?), this day is a particularly good reminder for how we have much to be thankful for. Take a moment today to thank the One who has given you everything, including your very body and soul. Happy Thanksgiving.
