Why Do We Give Thanks?

On October 3, 1789, President George Washington gave the first proclamation concerning Thanksgiving Day in the U.S. The first part of the declaration reads as follows:

"Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and whereas both Houses of Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me to recommend to the people of the United States a day of Public Thanksgiving and Prayer, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity peaceably to establish a form of government for their safety and happiness: Now therefore I do recommend and assign Thursday the 26th day of November next to be devoted by the people of these States to the service of the great and glorious Being, who is the beneficent Author of all the good that was, that is, or that will be."

Wow, that sure doesn't sound very politically correct does it? Psalm 107:1 says, "Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His love endures forever." Then in verses 21-22, the Psalmist goes on to say, "Let them give thanks to the LORD for His unfailing love and His wonderful deeds for men. Let them sacrifice thank offerings and tell of His works with songs of joy."

Just as the forefathers of our country gave thanks to the Lord, let us do the same today. As individuals or as a nation,  I believe that "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." (James 1:17)



We are now accepting requests for speaking engagements around the U.S. for 2011. Our ministry partner, Pastor Johnpaul Pinapati, and our President, Russ Sharrock, would love an opportunity to come and speak to your church, youth group, or home group. We will be available from May 5-June 20 depending on your location. Please Contact Us to schedule a date.


Prayer Points:
Pray for the HIV/AIDS patients who are shunned by society 
Pray for the Women and young girls trapped in a life of prostitution 
Pray for an increase in the number of monthly givers to allow us to reach a greater 
number of people with the gospel 
Prayer for continued giving to complete the building of the new Children's Home

 

 

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