Tag: Happy Thanksgiving

 Thursday, November 23rd, 2023

Grace and Peace!

As we gather today with our friends and family members in fellowship, food and celebration, let us not forget to prioritize an attitude of gratitude to the Heavenly Father. The Lord Jesus taught us that as we pray, we are to begin and finish our daily prayer in praise to the Father. The world may practice gratitude one day a year, but for us, gratitude and thanksgiving is part of our daily lives. 

1 Thessalonians 5:18 says: “In every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.“ 

I pray that you take time to see the many blessings that God has bestowed to us in Christ Jesus. While the majority complain about trivial and unimportant things, let us be grateful and thankful for all that God has done and continues to do. Have a blessed, joyful and peaceful Thanksgiving day and holiday season.

Love and respect always,

Pastor Victor Nazario

Hebrews 13:15 “Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name” 

Here is the United States, we take out this day to give thanks. It’s left up to each person to decide what they are thankful for. Many others aren’t thankful for anything. The above verse reminds us to be thankful to God for all He has done and continues to do for us all. It’s not a one day ritual or celebration. It’s a daily appreciation and gratitude. The Apostle reminds us to offer the sacrifice of praise continually. Continually means on an ongoing basis. There is a relational aspect to that. There is also a discipline aspect to that. It’s also a fruit. Our lifestyle of being thankful and grateful can grow because it is fruit. Fruit grows and matures as one prioritizes their sacrifices of praise. 

As you gather with your friends and family members, take out a moment to thank God for all the things that one normally takes for granted. And as you thank and praise God on this day, allow this action of thanks to overflow into the next day, the next month, and from now on. 

May you and your loved ones have a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving Day!