Giving Thanks If we look around and we can find a thousand reasons to give thanks. But, throughout the year worry and stress consume the hearts of many. It seems the holidays tend to increase the tension. I believe one reason this rise in pressure occurs is because we create expectations of what our holidays should be like, and when the realities of our human experience settle in, disappointments and questions fill our hearts and minds leaving us anxious and frustrated. “Why can’t mom just be happy we stopped by?” “Why do we have to invite Uncle Bobby? You know he’ll say something rude.” “Every yearRead More →

I’ve been thinking Thanksgiving holiday is being lost in the rush to Christmas. I want to slow down the rush and take time to really enjoy the rest of November celebrating Thanksgiving each day. The shopping frenzy will begin soon enough. Now I want to reflect on the goodness of God in my life, family, friends and nation. Will you join me? Spend time this month each day Thanks Giving to God for all His goodness to you. Plan a wonderful time with your family and friends for your dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Set a tradition of sharing around the table individual expressions of thanks.Read More →

I’ve been thinking Thanksgiving holiday is being lost in the rush to Christmas. I want to slow down the rush and take time to really enjoy the rest of November celebrating Thanksgiving each day. The shopping frenzy will begin soon enough. Now I want to reflect on the goodness of God in my life, family, friends and nation. Will you join me? Spend time this month each day Thanks Giving to God for all His goodness to you. Plan a wonderful time with your family and friends for your dinner on Thanksgiving Day. Set a tradition of sharing around the table individual expressions of thanks.Read More →