November Scripture Writing Plan, "Give Thanks"
November Scripture Writing Plan, "Give Thanks" "Give thanks with a grateful heart Give thanks to the Holy One Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His Son" According to Wikipedia, the song, "Give Thanks," was written by Henry Smith in 1978, as he experienced difficulty finding employment after graduating from college and at the same time grappled with a health condition which eventually left him blind. "His pastor inspired him with a reference to how Jesus made himself poor to make others rich through Him," the Wikipedia article goes on to say. The song was made famous when it was released by Integrity Music with Don Moen singing it. It was erroneously thought to have been written by Don, but the publisher made sure Mr. Smith was attributed as the writer. Giving thanks in the midst of trial and adversity can sometimes be a difficult thing to do, yet it is the one thing that gives believers in Christ the strength to face those chal...