This 2015 sermon was read aloud before Thanksgiving dinner in an American home—a ritual millions of families still observe. For three centuries, grace before meals has marked the table as a sacred pause, a moment to acknowledge gratitude before eating.
The kitchen smells of roasted turkey and sage. Voices quiet. Someone stands and begins to read—words about abundance, family, what we're thankful for this year. Around the table, heads bow. For a few minutes, the ordinary becomes intentional.
Reflect
What words or practices does your family use to pause and give thanks before eating together?