Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, [and] into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, [and] bless his name." Psalms 100:4
What does the word "thanksgiving" mean? Thanksgiving is the expression of gratitude and the giving of thanks. Being thankful is a feeling and a showing of gratitude. To praise means to verbally express your admiration, to honor and to glorify with song. Being grateful is feeling and showing appreciation for the kindness and benefits that God has given YOU!
What are YOU thankful for this year? Take time to count every blessing and to give thanks to the Lord for all He has done for YOU!
Thanksgiving is November 22, 2007
Thanksgiving Day , legal holiday in the U.S., first celebrated in early colonial times in New England. The actual origin, however, is probably the harvest festivals that are traditional in many parts of the world Festivals and Feasts. After the first harvest was completed by the Plymouth colonists in 1621, Governor William Bradford proclaimed a day of thanksgiving and prayer, shared by all the colonists and neighboring Native Americans.
God bless you and your family as you gather around the tablr and fellowship together.
Love Susan
I am wishing you a beautiful day, filled with the presence of our Lord. God bless you and thank you for being a faithful and dear friend,
Lots of love
Susan