When It's Difficult to be Thankful

As Thanksgiving Day approaches, most people anticipate a nice meal; Turkey, stuffing, gravy, potatoes, and of course that pumpkin pie. Many families have taken on the tradition of telling each other of all that they are thankful for. But as much as many people enjoy this day of thanksgiving, this day can also be a reminder of the things and the people that we don’t with us have anymore. Yes the holidays can trigger our emotions to sadness and loneliness as we remember that special person who had passed away, and rightfully so. But listen, we don’t have to spend the day depressed; we can choose to be thankful regardless of the circumstances we’re had to face throughout the year. Listen, losing a loved one isn’t easy, and grief is an ongoing process that can appear never ending, but this holiday I encourage you to be thankful to one who gave you the opportunity to know, love, and cherish that special loved one. Give thanks to the Lord for that special loved on, and thank the Lord for your life and your future. Because though we may be grieving the loss of a loved one at this time of the year, we mustn’t neglect to be thankful to our Lord who will never leave our side, yes God will always be there, and my friend that is something that we can always be thankful for. Follow me on Twitter and Facebook by visiting www.joeprainito.com Here you will also find more Devotional Podcasts, or you may find it easier to subscribe via iTunes by searching Joe Prainito Audio Devotional. You may purchase my book "Living and Dying Without Regret" in both paperback and eBook at the bookstore at www.joeprainito.com