“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of changing.” James 1:17
A gift arrives in the mail. What do you do? “Write a thank you note” was the answer in my generation. Today the answer is “Send a text or an email.” The important thing is to communicate to the giver that you appreciate the gift.
How many gifts does God give us each day? An infinite number! Everything that we have is a gift from God. Life. Health. Family. Food. Drink. Shelter. To name a few.
In my own life, I usually remember to thank the people who give me gifts. However, I am not as quick to thank God for the gifts He gives each day.
The holiday of Thanksgiving is a yearly reminder for us to thank God.
During November, I make a conscious effort to notice the blessings of God. It helps me to make a list each day. Then I take time to thank God for each blessing on the list.
Let me encourage you, my readers, to make November a month of giving thanks. Start a gratitude list. Add to it each day. Ask God to open your eyes to His blessings each day. Then be sure to thank Him for each of those blessings.
May each of you have a blessed Thanksgiving Day.
