It has often struck me as peculiar that we have a day set aside for giving thanks. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but it is the case that biblically we are encouraged, commanded, and reminded to be thankful in all circumstances. For example, Paul reminds the Colossians (and us) to “Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.”
I know it can take a lot of reminding to be thankful when we’re in rough circumstances.
Anyway, we have this day tomorrow, in case we’ve slipped in our thanksgiving. Our family has a tremendous amount to be thankful for. I wanted to take this moment, though, to say thank you to all of you, family and friends, who have supported Pam and me through this struggle with cancer. Your expressions of kindness, prayers, and good thoughts have been a tremendous encouragement to us.
And a special shout out to all you meal makers and bringers. I didn’t expect the need to be there for so long, and you have been so faithful to see it through. We can’t begin to thank you enough for your generosity…and good cooking. Thank you all!
Our prayer tonight is that you have a wonderful holiday and that you, too, be devoted to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.
Your example as people of faith inspires us all. Bob
Have a lovely and gracious Thanksgiving. Love from my family to yours!
Hi Katy, Thanks for your thoughts. Our best to all of you!
It has been a blessing and privilege to bring you meals to help you through a rough time, just as you have helped us through rough times in our lives.