"He who sacrifices thank offerings honors me, and he prepares the way so that I may show him the salvation of God."
Now just stop for a minute and think about that. The Psalmist is claiming that the act of giving God what is due him for what he's done actually prepares the way for God to unveil more and more of his work in our lives. That "thanks-giving" helps us see better what God is up to and how he's working to bring his saving help into our lives.
Amazing.
In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, we thought it would be cool to engender an atmosphere of celebration in our community for the good that God is for the good that he's done by creating a space where as a tribe could "publish" our thanks-giving.
So tell us what you're thankful for. You could make it a prayer that all of us can read and give thanks for on your behalf. Or you could publish a story of how God came through for you here.
It's up to you.
Father we honor you and give you thanks for all your goodness to us. Fill our hearts with deep appreciation for the many ways in which we have found ourselves mysteriously supported by your kindness, and let our lips make record of your mighty works. And let these acts of thanks-giving prepare the way for you to show us still more of your goodness.
Amen.
