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THANKSGIVING

TEXT: John 6:11.

“And Jesus took the loaves; and when he had given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the disciples to them that were set down; and likewise of the fishes as much as they would.”

Thanksgiving must be intentional. 
As the year 2025 draws to a close, you must deliberately choose to give thanks to God for the remaining days.

Thanksgiving is not a religious ritual; it is a spiritual key, it is your passcode to entering the new year with stability, clarity, and strength.

Look again at our study text and ask yourself: What exactly was Jesus thanking God for? From  human perspective, there was little or nothing to be grateful for. He was surrounded by a great multitude who had followed Him to hear the Word. They were hungry, and there was no food in sight.

All that was available were five loaves and two fishes which was barely enough to feed one person, yet there were about five thousands  men in attendance, not counting women and children. 

Human reasoning would suggest complaint, anxiety, or despair. But Jesus did none of these. Instead, He gave thanks.

Thanksgiving preceded the miracle. Jesus acknowledged God, not based on abundance, but in faith and trust. His gratitude activated multiplication. 

 *What seemed insufficient in man’s hands became more than enough in God’s hands, through thanksgiving.* 

This teaches us a powerful lesson: thanksgiving is not a response to having everything we desire; it is an expression of confidence in God’s ability to supply all our needs. 

When you give thanks in lack, uncertainty, or waiting period, you position yourself for divine intervention.

As you approach the end of this year, do not focus on what did not work, what you lost, or what seems unfinished. Like Jesus, lift what you have however small it may seem, and give thanks.

 *God specializes in multiplying grateful offerings.* 

 *BIBLE READING:* 

Acts 20:32–35.

 *PRAYER FOCUS:* 

Father, thank You for the gift of Your Son. Teach me to give thanks at all times in Jesus name.

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