Thanksgiving

by Spencer Furby

From The Reminder, November 20, 2011

This is Thanksgiving week, a time for celebration, reunion, and gratitude.  Thanks is not seasonal business, but we do well to be reminded annually of its importance.  Here’s why:

Thanksgiving is admission that though life is often hard and unfair there is occasion for genuine joy and happiness.

Thanksgiving is recognition that the gifts we hold in our hands and heart are not solely the results of our own efforts.  We are indebted to others and ultimately to God for vast contributions to our well being.

Thanksgiving is a reminder that no life is a solo flight.  We gather with and/or think of all those who have made our journey worthwhile.

Thanksgiving is confession of those times of ingratitude which have distanced us from the mighty God.  It provides opportunity for worship and reconciliation.