What a wonderful time of year it is as we once again draw near to the time we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
Yet, even though we are faced with Christmas marketing earlier and earlier each year, there is still a wonderful Holiday that comes in prior to Christmas called Thanksgiving. Yes, it seems like the world is somewhat ready to brush this day aside,
The Bible gives us an amazing command, and to be honest, one that I personally have struggled with from time to time. I believe after I share the scripture, like me, you will have to confess you've probably fallen short in this area a few times as well.
Here it is: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (KJV) 18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
I write briefly to invite you to attend our Thanksgiving Service for the year (YEAR) here at (NAME OF CHURCH).
Psalms 107:8-9 (NKJV) 8 Oh, that men would give thanks to the Lord for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men!
9 For He satisfies the longing soul, And fills the hungry soul with goodness.
“Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that not even Solomon in all his glory clothed himself like one of these.”
—Matthew 6:28-29
All of God’s creations are beautiful, and flowers particularly show the imaginative,
Happy Easter to you from all of us at INSERT NAME OF CHURCH HERE! As you can imagine, we’ve been busy with Lenten Bible studies, preparing special music for Resurrection Sunday, and all of the usual events that you may remember from Easters past.
We celebrate the resurrection for many reasons: the fulfillment of prophecy, the triumphant joy of knowing our Christ lives, and the eternal promise of love, forgiveness, and freedom we find in Jesus Christ.