God's word, according to Jesus, is "food" for us. He was quoting the O.T. book of Deuteronomy when he said, "man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from God's own mouth." (my paraphrase).
Given the fact that we consume a couple of "ton" of calories (they say the average Thanksgiving meal is 4500 calories!), its quite reasonable to think of "eating" God's word at Thanksgiving!
Here's another thought from God's word on the theme of thanksgiving and just look at the ways in which he incorporates thanksgiving into these three sentences.
Colossians 3:15-17 (NIV)
15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.
17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Thanksgiving is related to Christ's rule in our hearts, our fellowship with each other, and the way in which we receive the word of God, as well as all the things we do!
Hope you have a great Spiritual Thanksgiving with lots to eat, and God's word too!
Peace
Tuesday, 20 November 2012
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