Pastor Chris Declares December as the Month of Thanksgiving
December began with profound inspiration as Pastor Chris Oyakhilome declared it ‘the Month of Thanksgiving‘ during the December 2024 Global Communion Service held on Sunday, December 1st.
This declaration, a significant event in our spiritual calendar, served as a clarion call for believers worldwide to reflect on God’s goodness and express heartfelt gratitude. Pastor Chris emphasized that thanksgiving is not only a spiritual duty but also an avenue to align oneself with God’s blessings.
“There is no thanksgiving without the thanksgiving offering,” Pastor Chris noted, highlighting the importance of presenting a thanksgiving offering in the house of God. This act, which involves giving a portion of our blessings back to God, symbolizes an acknowledgement of God’s faithfulness and an expression of worship.
A Global Gathering of Gratitude with Pastor Chris
The Global Communion Service was a time of transcendental blessings as participants across the globe joined to give thanks. This global unity in thanksgiving, as Pastor Chris reminded everyone, is a profound spiritual act, urging believers to consider how they have been blessed throughout the year and respond accordingly.
During the service, he explained that thanksgiving is both verbal and actionable. It involves presenting a thanksgiving offering in the house of God, which carries significant spiritual weight. Each zone has scheduled specific thanksgiving services, allowing members to gather and honor God collectively.
As Pastor Chris shared, thanksgiving is a moment to reflect on the manifold blessings received during the year, from personal victories to the expansion of the ministry. These moments of gratitude unite believers in the spirit of faith and joy.
Thanksgiving: A Way of Honoring God
In his address, Pastor Chris expounded on the essence of thanksgiving, stating that it must be offered in proportion to one’s blessings by God. He emphasized the importance of preparing a thanksgiving offering with intention and sincerity, as this act honors God and acknowledges His abundant grace.
“Offer thanksgiving to God according to how He’s blessed you,” Pastor Chris instructed. He elaborated that this spiritual principle reflects a believer’s heart posture and trust in God’s providence.
Thanksgiving is not merely a verbal exercise; it is also a demonstration of faith. By bringing offerings to the house of God, believers participate in a divine ordinance, as God established the priesthood to receive these offerings within His church.
Pastor Chris’s Vision for Thanksgiving
As the year draws to a close, Pastor Chris encouraged participants to use December as a time to reflect on God’s goodness and prepare for greater blessings in the coming year. He emphasized that the act of thanksgiving has the power to transform our lives, setting the tone for a fruitful and prosperous future. This message of hope and expectation can inspire believers to approach the new year with optimism and faith.
He also pointed to the International Pastors’ and Partners’ Conference (IPPC) as a precursor to December’s thanksgiving celebrations. During the IPPC, believers came together for a global thanksgiving service, creating a foundation for the month’s theme.
In December, however, the focus shifts to local churches, where members gather to give thanks collectively. Pastor Chris urged every zone to check their schedule for thanksgiving services, ensuring that no one misses the opportunity to participate in this sacred act.
Important Information for Believers
To fully embrace this Month of Thanksgiving, Pastor Chris outlined key steps:
- Reflect on God’s Blessings: Take time to consider the ways God has blessed you this year, from personal breakthroughs to family successes and spiritual growth.
- Prepare Your Offering: Thoughtfully prepare a thanksgiving offering that aligns with your blessings.
- Participate in Your Zone’s Thanksgiving Service: Check the schedule for your zone and make plans to attend the thanksgiving service in your local church.
This structured approach ensures that thanksgiving becomes a meaningful and impactful experience, fostering both personal and collective growth.
Pastor Chris: Thanksgiving as a Way of Life
As Pastor Chris declared, December’s focus on gratitude inspires believers to make thanksgiving a lifestyle. By expressing gratitude through words, offerings, and actions, believers acknowledge God’s hand in their lives and align themselves with His purpose. This call to make thanksgiving a daily practice can instill a sense of commitment and dedication to the Christian faith.
As Pastor Chris remarked, thanksgiving is an expression of faith and worship, one that transcends circumstances. Whether in moments of abundance or challenge, gratitude opens the door to greater blessings.
Join the Thanksgiving Movement
As we conclude the year, let’s heed Pastor Chris’s call to make this December truly special. Through thanksgiving services across zones and heartfelt offerings presented in the house of God, believers worldwide are united in gratitude.
Reflect on the year’s blessings, prepare your thanksgiving offering, and gather with others to give thanks to God. As Pastor Chris reminds us, this is not just an act of obedience but a profound way to honor the Lord and position ourselves for even more incredible blessings in the year ahead.
Let’s embrace this Month of Thanksgiving with full hearts, ready to give glory to God for His unending faithfulness and grace.
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