Posts Tagged ‘Thanksgiving’
10 Tips for Difficult Family Gatherings
Family gatherings can be a time of joy, a time of angst or everything in between. God created our families. It’s our responsibility to try our best to be a loving peace keeper, even with the really difficult relatives. And there’s usually at least one in every family. The uncle who consistently asks inappropriate questions, the…
Read MoreA Thanksgiving Twist
Traditions are extremely important in a grandparent’s legacy. A fairly common tradition at Thanksgiving would be to go around the table answering the question, “What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?” I’d like to put a twist on that question. When you reflect on what that question focuses on, the conclusion is “I”! The response…
Read More8 Strategies for Great Family Gatherings
There’s at least one in every family. The uncle who consistently asks inappropriate questions, the aunt without kids who’s an expert in childrearing, or the cousin with extreme political views who insists on a debate during holiday meals. Fortunately, we can choose our friends. Relatives we need to learn to live with; the good, the…
Read MoreThanksgiving Activity for Kids!
Thanksgiving Dinner Napkin Rings Get your kids involved with dinner preparations with the FREEBIE below! Use kid scissors to cut out each verse card. Glue the verses to strips of card stock or cardboard. Kids can decorate the strips with crayons. Bend verse cards in a circle. Secure with tape. Another option is to use…
Read MoreBe Thankful for Our Nation
Give thanks all circumstances! In 1863, Abraham Lincoln made the day of thanks official during the Civil War. It makes me think of Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians. “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). President Lincoln found a way…
Read MoreThankful Hearts with Thanksgiving Fare
Thanksgiving fare…turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, sweet potatoes, fruit salad, and more. And then there are the CRANBERRIES. The burst of color and the tangy sweetness adds to the festive meal. Cranberries are a favorite at our house both in sauce and added to other dishes. The boys like them so much…
Read MoreThe Thanksgiving Proclamation
On October 3, 1863 President Abraham Lincoln issued the Thanksgiving Proclamation. The third Thursday in November was set aside as a national holiday of thanksgiving and praise. To celebrate our national heritage and to draw upon the words of this great president, here is the first page Lincoln’s address. By the President of the United…
Read MoreFostering Thankfulness
Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather, celebrating with thankful hearts. To grow an attitude of gratitude in your family, recognize both the large and small gifts in life. Set the stage for thankfulness by noticing the blessings. Be intentional about how you’ll portray gratitude at the dinner table on Thanksgiving Day. Start your…
Read MoreThankful Hearts Share
Thankful hearts share the message of salvation with others. Share the message of Jesus with all those who gather around your Thanksgiving table. In this world of cultural demise the greatest gift you can give is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A home where God is trusted and the Bible honored provides fertile soil to…
Read MoreThankful Hearts Prepare
The forecast is for snow, three to five inches! Yes, I’m totally excited. While many consider the sloppy weather a nuisance, I love it…especially the first snow of the season. It sets my eyes and heart on the holidays, Thanksgiving and Christmas. With my eldest son away at college, I’m looking forward to Thanksgiving even…
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