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My Favorite Thanksgiving dessert is pumpkin pie, ask anyone. In fact, when my brother-in-law came to visit one day, I very reluctantly (emphasis mine) offered him a slice. Offering him a slice would mean that I would get one less! Well, I'm a better Christian now (I think), but the lesson learned here is to share what God has given. Luke (12:48b) says it stronger: "From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked." I don't think I'm taking this out of context when I say that it goes beyond a slice of pumpkin pie.
We have been given a connection to God through his son, Jesus. It's a lifelong relationship that provides us with better values, a greater purpose and a generous heart. This relationship also comes with a responsibility to let others know about this spiritual connection with God. This is what our new multi-site ministry, The Bridge, is all about. It is a different way to reach those who seek answers to questions about life and spiritual things without feeling uncomfortable, pressured or judged.
As we approach Thanksgiving and then jettison the holiday as we move to another, be sure to give thanks to God for what he has given you, but also think about a special thing you can do for someone else to actually show your thanksgiving. After all...much is given, much is required... |
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