Our church's Thanksgiving service invites us to say to the congregation what we're thankful for. It is held on the evening prior to Thanksgiving. In the past, I have encouraged the children to talk into the microphone and tell what they're thankful for. This year, I wasn't sure we'd get that chance. There was a constant stream of people using the microphone. But, after an hour, we got our chance.
Eliza: said something that was a bit inaudible. Food, I think.
Eden was feeling bashful and didn't say anything.
Emmet was thankful for our house.
Ephraim was thankful for his dot-to-dots.
I was thankful for the opportunity to read through the Bible with my children at bedtime. We've been faithful in reading 2 or more chapters a night. The best part is that I have 4 accountability partners who won't let me forget a night!
Seth: Seth was thankful for me. And then proceeded to tell the story about me killing a snake several years ago. Seth has a huge fear of snakes and I had discovered a long one in the garage. Well, in order for Seth to come home that night, I was going to have to "take care" of the snake. I did and he did come home!
We have so much to be thankful for! I didn't publicly do the 30 Days of Thankfulness but rest assured, we are blessed and we don't forget to thank the One who gave us those blessings!
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.
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