Thanksgiving...

Thanksgiving is a time of reflection upon all God has done for us and seen us through.  That first Thanksgiving followed hardships that saw hard winter, hunger and sickness among the pilgrim forefathers.  Surviving that first winter, not to mention the kindness of the Indians in that area helped the Pilgrim people make it through.  The harvest that fall was something that was a blessing and sent them reflecting upon the goodness of God.  The men of those families had taken the role of leadership and led their families in private devotion, but also pursued taking their families out of harm’s way where they could worship God corporately and freely.  These families were hounded and persecuted for their faith in Christ and desire to find religious freedom.  They were men who were willing to lead without the compromise of Scripture or convictions.  We need such people today; people willing to live for Christ and pay for their convictions of faith regardless the cost.  Just as they were thankful for God’s care, so too we should be appreciative and thankful for all that we have in Christ.