"O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures
forever." Psalm 136.1
'Tis the season to be thankful. The turkey on the calendar is reminding
us. Thanksgiving Day has been celebrated officially since President
Lincoln proclaimed a national day of thanksgiving Nov. 26, 1863. But God's
children have been giving thanks much longer.
An article in the morning paper tells that scientists are studying
thankfulness. Psychologists are identifying gratitude as one of our most
powerful emotions. Gratitude makes us happier and can change our attitude
about life. An emotional "reset button".
A key component of thankfulness is the way it connects us to others. While
it is good to give thanks for everything, we should remember that it's the
people in our lives that are most important. Family, friends, all who walk
with us on life's journey. When I remember to give thanks, I am reminded
that it is not just about me. All of life is a gift from our loving God,
often delivered by others of his children. And sometimes I am allowed to
deliver his gift to another…
Give God thanks as you count your blessings. And be a blessing to others.
Ron Vanatta
>Thanksgiving Eve Worship today, Wednesday, at 7:00 pm.
>First Sunday of Advent this weekend.
>Advent Holden Evening Prayer every Wednesday at 7:00 pm starting Nov. 30.
>Christmas Cantata, "Tapestry of Light,"at 5:00 Sat, Dec 10 and 10:30 Sun,
Dec 11.
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