Thanksgiving Week
“You who live in the shelter of the Lord,
who abide in the shadow of the Almighty,
say to the Lord, ‘My refuge and my fortress;
my God in whom I trust.’”
--A prayer of the faithful (Psalm 91: 1, 2)
A little “groaner” before your holiday consumption: Why do we have three different names for that bread mixture that cooks inside the turkey?
Well, if you eat only one serving, it is best to call it dressing.
But, because it is so good and we have a second serving, some like to call it filling. Only in America, is there enough to have a bit more. So that makes it stuffing!
It is hard to fathom, but it is true. Today and tomorrow there will be at least several hundred thousand (actually, it is probably in the millions) pies baked that would not normally be baked on a Wednesday/Thursday in our great land. More bread is being purchased than on any other day of the year. And the list goes on!
Here in the greater Indianapolis area, in excess of 25,000 meals will be delivered tomorrow to families who cannot support a Thanksgiving feast on their own. There are also details about places where free meals are being served. Realizing our blessings, we share with our brothers and sisters. It is good to remember that hungry people will be around us throughout these next months of the winter season. Canned goods for food banks are so very helpful. Making regular donations demonstrates our thankful spirit all winter long! Allow me to conclude today’s devotions with this prayer for the hungry:
God of our lives,
Help us always remember that it is you whom we behold
In weakened bodies and haunting faces of hungry folk.
Grant that we may not turn away but that we may find ways
To share your blessings that we’ve received
With those who do not have. Amen.
HAVE A GOOD THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY!
Ben Keckler
11.26.08
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