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MB #081: How to beat Thanksgiving
Practical ways to enjoy the feast, honor God, and lead with gratitude.
Chris Cirullo
November 27, 2024
Read Time: ~2 Minutes
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With Thanksgiving weekend just around the corner, I figured one of the best ways I could serve you all is to schedule this week’s issue for today, instead of Sunday, to help you prepare for the holiday tomorrow.
Why?
Because Thanksgiving is more than a meal—it’s a mission opportunity. As leaders in our homes, this is our chance to model gratitude, discipline, and stewardship. Yes, we’re called to enjoy the good things God has given us, but we’re also called to steward them well—including our physical bodies.
The Bible warns us against gluttony (Proverbs 23:20-21). Overindulgence isn’t just a matter of discomfort; it’s a dismissal of the responsibility God has given us to care for the temples He’s entrusted to us.
So, how can we approach Thanksgiving with a heart that honors God, our families, and our health? Here are three values to guide your Thanksgiving mission: