O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good; for his mercy endureth for ever. (1 Chronicles 16:34) In America, Thanksgiving has gradually shifted from being a sacred altar to a simple table. It’s transitioned from gratitude toward God to overeating. Thanksgiving is not just a seasonal event we observe every fall; it reflects how we should live year-round. Thanksgiving is at the core of who we are called to be. As believers, our lives should be focused on thanking and praisi

Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. (Psalm 50:23) Praise is faith’s voice. Psalm 50:23 speaks of ordering our conversation. There is an important difference between knowing the truth and making it the foundation of your life. Our words should match God’s Word, but we also need to live according to His Word. This verse does not say, “Whoso understands praise…” It says, “Whoso offereth praise

Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright. (Psalm 33:1) God doesn’t just tell us that praise is good; He says it is “comely.” That word means appropriate, suitable, beautiful, proper, or fitting. Praise is not awkward for believers. Praise fits us as believers better than a perfectly tailored suit. Silence does not define our character. Complaining should feel like a foreign language that's hard to speak for us. On the other hand, rejoicing