Dear Church Family and Friends,
I am a man who likes spicy food, so for me Thanksgiving turkey and mashed potatoes would be insufferably bland without a little help from the stuffing department. For the smell receptors in my nose, the sage and thyme of my mother’s stuffing is absolutely intoxicating. For this reason, I can think of no better metaphor than stuffing as we take time to reflect on all that we have to be grateful for this Thanksgiving season.
This Thanksgiving take a moment to give thanks for all that adds spice to your life. What is it that makes you want to dig into life and savor its wonderful flavors? What gives zest to your day and to your week? When I ask myself these questions, I am amazed at how long a list I quickly compile. My life is full of more stuffing than I ever imagined! (I am sure my detractors will be quick to take that statement the wrong way.)
My wish for all of you this Thanksgiving is to enjoy, cherish, and celebrate the spicy stuffing in each of your lives. Thanks be to God for such wonderful gifts!
Your brother in Christ,
Pastor Brooks