In today’s first reading, Daniel challenges King Belshazzar for a fault we often share: “The God in whose hand is your life breath and the whole course of your life, you did not glorify.” How easily we forget the One who sustains us.
As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving—a tradition established by Abraham Lincoln during the darkness of the Civil War—we are reminded that gratitude is not reserved only for peaceful or easy times. Lincoln saw that even amid struggle, God’s blessings remained, and giving thanks was necessary for the soul of the nation.
As Catholics, we are a Eucharistic people. The word Eucharist itself means thanksgiving. To live eucharistically is to live with grateful hearts—to acknowledge God’s presence and goodness even in the midst of life’s challenges.
When we intentionally give thanks, our focus shifts from problems to God’s promises. Gratitude leads us out of darkness and strengthens us in faith, hope, and love.
Living in Love with God 
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