A little girl whose father was a disc jockey, a radio announcer, was invited to a friend's house for dinner. When she arrived, the mother asked the little girl if she would honor them by saying the blessing.

It delighted the little girl. She cleared her throat, looked at her wristwatch, and said, "This food, friends, is coming to you through the courtesy of almighty God." Well, she was right, all food that we eat comes through the courtesy of almighty God. (1)

Thanksgiving is a special time of year. Can't you feel the great anticipation building in our society as we prepare for this day? Well, maybe not! Unfortunately, Thanksgiving is not high on many people's priority list. "Just what do I have to be thankful for?" they ask. Granted, the Pilgrims had reasons to offer thanks to God, but …