Embrace the Spirit of Thanksgiving

In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode, Bishop E.. W. Jackson reflects on the significance of gratitude in American culture and the historical roots of the Thanksgiving holiday. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing the blessings we have, the sacrifices made by our forefathers, and the divine providence that has guided our nation. With a call to restore a culture of thankfulness, Bishop E. W. Jackson inspires listeners to appreciate their freedom and the opportunities afforded to them as Americans. Join us as we navigate through history, faith, and the spirit of Thanksgiving! Chapters: (00:00) Bishop E.W. Franklin discusses Thanksgiving on the Awakening podcast (08:23) George Washington established a culture of, uh, Thanksgiving (11:28) Thanksgiving did not become an official holiday until 1863 by Abraham Lincoln (22:41) Thank God we produce heroes in every generation who have fought for our liberty (31:19) When Abraham Lincoln declared a day of Thanksgiving in 1863, it was controversial (39:28) Elon Musk: Let me read Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation (46:45) There's so much to be grateful for, but most importantly Jesus Christ