Happy Thanksgiving, everybody! On today’s episode, we dive into a bit of the history of Thanksgiving, which is really quite fascinating and has given me a greater appreciation for the holiday. In 1863, President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving as a national holiday in the midst of the Civil War. Despite the darkness which loomed over the United States of America, Lincoln encouraged a time of prayer and thanksgiving to God for all of the good things He had provided American citizens with, even in the face of heavy challenges. This should serve as a reminder for us as Americans today to be thankful for everything God HAS given us rather than focusing on the things we do not yet have. Take the time this Thanksgiving to thank God for everything He has done for you, especially the fact that He sent his Son to die on the cross and rise again so that we do not have to face eternal condemnation. THAT is something to be thankful for. We end this episode with some of my favorite “thanksgiving” Bible verses and by sharing all of the things our listeners are thankful for, which they submitted on Instagram. Thank you to all who watch and listen to Bible Time with Charlie. I’m thankful FOR YOU! Love you all. Happy Thanksgiving!

History of Thanksgiving Sources:

https://www.dayspringchristian.com/blog/the-true-history-of-thanksgiving/

https://visit.archives.gov/whats-on/explore-exhibits/thanksgiving-historical-perspectives

https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/sites/default/files/docs/transcript_for_abraham_lincoln_thanksgiving_proclamation_1863.pdf

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