We Are Thankful For What God “Has” Done For Us
Our Heavenly Father has given us physical life (Genesis 2:7; Acts 17:29; Hebrews 12:9). Additionally, He has provided the things necessary to sustain our lives, i.e. rain from heaven (Matthew 5:45); food, water, and clothing (Matthew 6:25-26); air to breathe (Acts 17:25; cf. Genesis 2:7); a glorious place in which to reside (Acts 17:26).
Every last Sunday of the month is our Thanks Giving. The services start at the same time but runs a little bit longer than normal service.
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More importantly, He has given us spiritual life (John 10:10; 2 Peter 1:3). This life was given to us through the precious sacrifice of His Son (John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 8:9). Our natural reaction to such a wonderful gift as this should be that of Paul, who said: “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15). The Christian is thankful for the “past” blessings from God.
We Are Thankful For What He “Is” Doing For Us
We are thankful for His providence (Romans 8:28; 1 Peter 3:12). The Christian has the assurance that he is under the watchful eye and care of his Creator. We are thankful for His promises (Matthew 28:20; 2 Timothy 4:16-17; Titus 1:2; Hebrews 13:5-6; 2 Peter 3:9). Thankfully, the Christian serves a “promise-keeping” God. The Christian is thankful for the “present” blessings from God.
We Are Thankful For What He “Will” Do For Us
Our Lord is coming back for us (John 14:1-3; Acts 1:9-11) and He has promised to give us eternal life (Matthew 25:21,46). The Christian is thankful for the “future” blessings that will come from God.