Thanksgiving is a day set aside in November to give thanks. Family and friends around the nation will gather to celebrate the day in some manner. These ten gospel songs, many of them not specifically written for the occasion, serve as reminders of the signifigance of giving thanks.
1. Take a Little Time ~ Andraé Crouch and The Disciples. The song shines a light on the Creator and the believer’s need to take time out for Him. “I just want to take a little time to say thank you Lord for all you’ve done me….”
2. We Gather Together~ Traditional. This 1626 Dutch hymn has become synonymous with Thanksgiving. Many Baby Boomers may recall learning the song in grade school. “We gather together to ask the Lord’s blessing….”
3. Thank You~Richard Smallwood with Vision. The song expresses thanks to God for His love and provision. Charisse Nelson-McIntosh’s exhortations leave the listener with no choice but to thank God for His goodness. "For unmerited favor and brand new mercies....."
4. Give Thanks ~Don Moen. A contemporary worship song that invokes an attitude of thanks coupled with a heart of gratitude: “Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks because he’s given Jesus Christ, His son….”
5. Thank You, Lord~Walter Hawkins. Penned by the late gospel legend, the song is very fitting given the state of the nation’s economy. It is a gentle reminder that blessings should not be taken lightly because, “It coulda been me….”
6. I Wanna Say Thank You ~Lisa Page Brooks. The song thanks God and acknowledges that God provides blessings that are sometimes undeserved. "For everytime that you protected me when I didn't know your name...."
7. Great is Thy Faithfulness~ CeCe Winans. The 1923 hymn, based on Lamentations 3:22-23, speaks of the faithfulness of God demonstrated by His mercies and compassion. “There is no shadow of turning with Thee….”
8. Blessings~John P. Kee featuring Rance Allen. This 2011 release simply says, “Blessings are coming my way.” A perfect song for Thanksgiving that reminds listeners blessings are on the way in spite of circumstances.
9. Thank You~ Kirk Franklin, featuring Mary Mary. This bouncy, energetic song may be the perfect workout after the Thanksgiving meal. “Thank you, Lord for one more chance, you gave me joy, now I can dance.”
10. Everyday is a Day of Thanksgiving. GMWA Mass Choir (1990). A call to give thanks not only on Thanksgiving, but everyday because, “Everyday He’s blessing me…..”
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