In Genesis 12:2, God says: “I will bless you … so that you will be a blessing.” The New Testament Beatitudes, the teachings of Jesus, provide the blueprint to accomplish this. Therein lies the challenge of Thanksgiving. As we give thanks for our blessings we are also called to reflect on how we have been and can be blessing for others.
You are the salt of the earth; and you are the light of the world: let it shine on all nations; give praise to our God, may God give us peace.