In this episode of Bible for Newbies, Russ Michaels reflects on the significance of Thanksgiving, both as a holiday and a spiritual practice. He shares personal memories of Thanksgiving with his family, emphasizing the power of gratitude and its biblical roots. Russ discusses Psalm 100, explaining how thanksgiving and praise are integral to worship and connecting with God. He encourages listeners to adopt a heart of thankfulness, highlighting that God's presence resides within us, making us temples of the Holy Spirit.

Inside the episode:

• Psalm 100 emphasizes entering God's presence with thanksgiving.
• Thankfulness is the starting point of approaching God.
• We are temples of the Holy Spirit, with God's presence in us.
• Thankfulness opens the door to worship, praise deepens it.
• Prayer should start with thanksgiving, not requests.
• Thankfulness journals can enhance spiritual practice.
• Thanksgiving shifts focus from problems to God's character.
• Praise is acknowledging God's greatness and power.