“The expression of gratitude, especially to God.

“A public acknowledgment or celebration of divine goodness”

“A prayer expressing gratitude”

What is thanksgiving?

A. Because it honors God.

Honor the LORD with your substance, and

with the first fruits of all your increase: Proverbs 3:9 (AKJV)

Be you exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be above all the earth. (Ps 57:3 (AKJV)

Why we should be thankful?

After Crossing Red Sea

“give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (I Thess 5:18)

Because it is commanded in Scripture.

King David

Hannah

King Solomon

Elizabeth

Mary

Paul

JESUS