Through the word of God and useful points, Danny inspired the minds and hearts of the fellowship to not only appreciate God for what he "has" done (be thankful), but to also "praise" God for what he does and continues to do for us (as clearly articulated in Psalm 100 read by Kelly May earlier during the service).  We need to consciously praise God for all his spiritual blessings - His inspired Word, for Jesus Christ, His son, the life we live in Him, and His many wonderful kingdom miracles.

    Also inspirational, the spirit of Thanksgiving was also well communicated in the movie that just came out in theatres called "Blind Side," based on the inspiring true story of legendary football star, Michael Oher.  Actress, Sandra Bullock, portrays a caring, sophisticated wife and mother of a wealthy family, who discovered "Big Mike" picking up discarded consessions after her daughter's volleyball game at a private Christian High School.  On the way home, she sees him again walking alone without a jacket on a rainy evening.  Her compassionate spirit led her to persuade her husband to pick him up and give him a place to stay for the night.  As the plot continues in her efforts to take him in and to give him a better life off the streets and away from negative influences, Bullock's character's life changes in the powerful way that she could give back to someone (Oher) who, in return, changed her life also.  "Blind Side" was altogether powerful and inspirational in its effect to convict one spiritually about gratitude and thanksgiving.