2020 has been like no other year. One disaster after another has plagued our lives. I think most people entered this year, feeling it would be a great year- 2020. Watch Service night at my church, I spoke on having a 2020 spiritual vision, a perfect vision for an eye exam. This year has yielded far less than perfection. One consolation I hold onto is the theme and prophetic word from my pastor. He said there would be “Prosperity and Plenty for the Saints in 2020! I must say it is holding steady for me. God has blessed me to give during this season. There is joy in giving to others. 2020 a time of Thanksgiving!
Therefore, my simple message is to be grateful for every relationship we have. Connections include family, friends, spouses, significant others, co-workers, neighbors, and many others you can name. If you are reading this post, you are alive and blessed. If you have your limbs’ activity and closed in your right mind, 2020 is a time of Thanksgiving for you.
Consequently, COVID-19 has changed our lives dramatically, and I don’t know if life will ever be the same. Things will change, but we have a journey before us. There is so much loss from the virus, hurricanes, floods, heartache, and loneliness on some level. Nevertheless, we are yet alive, so 2020 is a time of Thanksgiving for us. Let’s enjoy this season and show gratitude to God and those particular individuals with whom we connect. Value each relationship that you have. Take nothing for granted. Say, “I am sorry,” if need be. Don’t let the sun go down any day with you being angry. Love like your life depends on it because it does depend on it. Know that the sun will shine again, but the rain and clouds should not take away our smiles and joyfulness.
As I conclude, whatever way you celebrate Thanksgiving, whether in-person (be safe) or virtually, say thank you many times throughout the day. Be grateful for being a part of someone’s life and having others a part of yours. I wish you a happy Thanksgiving and continued blessings in 2020. O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever. 1 Chronicles 16:34. I’ll be back next week with a new post, “Stop the Chasing!”
Be encouraged, and God bless!
Sister Jackie
AMEN! Beautiful uplifting words Sis, and in such a heartfelt way!!! I too am simply grateful to our God for ALL of His MANY blessings, and take absolutely not-a-thing for granted….for in spite of ALL that is going on in this world today, our God is still in the blessing business. I’m Thankful for you too my Dear Sister, for not getting weary and continuing with this blog “Healing From Broken Pieces”…for I know it has been a thought provoking, and enlightening blessing to me and many others, and will continue for it is much needed – for such a time as this!
Knowing that the troubles of this present age, it too shall pass!!! For we ALL have NEW MERCIES EVERY DAY from our Long-suffering Heavenly Father,…THANK YOU LORD GOD!!!!!!
My prayer for ALL is to Be Blessed, Have, Joy and Peace, Stay safe and continue to Trust Our Loving Faithful God in all things and for “ALL” things, and never take anything for granted.
HAVE A BLESSED, SAFE, JOYFUL THANKSGIVING to all!!!
LOVE YOU MUCH!!!
Thank you so much for those encouraging, uplifting words. May the God of peace and joy continue to reign in your life. Have a blessed Thanksgiving, and know that I appreciate your taking the time to share thoughtful words with the readers and me. God bless you!😊