今年加拿大的感恩节将在10月15日庆祝，这个节日最初是为了感谢丰收和过去一年的祝福而设立的。在这个特别的时刻，你的心情是怎样的呢？是有些平淡，还是你已经思考过想对谁表达感激之情了呢？
在圣经中，有许多关于感恩的记载：耶稣在复活拉撒路的时候，祂举目望天，说：“父啊，我感谢你，因为你已经听我（约翰福音11:41）。天上的天使也将荣耀、尊贵、感谢归给神（启示录4:9）。诗篇教我们要以感谢为祭献于神，又要向至高者还你的愿（诗篇50:14）。保罗说，在凡事上都要感恩（帖撒罗尼迦前书5:18）。
感恩是我们生命中奇迹的钥匙。
你知道吗，在五饼二鱼的记载中，耶稣面临着巨大的挑战？成千上万的人在祂面前饥饿，而祂却没有足够的食物来喂饱他们。但祂没有惊慌、抱怨或沮丧。令人惊讶的是，耶稣甚至没有祈求更多的食物，而是为祂所拥有的献上了感恩。
我们大多数人，如果面临不足、资源不够，往往会把问题看得很严重，开始沮丧、抱怨、吝啬，很少会想到感恩。在那时，耶稣虽然没有足够的食物，祂仍然感恩。当祂为少量的食物感恩后，这些食物得到了倍增。
那么，你什么时候会停下脚步，拿起手中的几块面饼，开始感谢神，而不是指责祂给你太少呢？在这个感恩节，愿我们都能，为所拥有的献上真诚的感恩，看看神会如何以祂的丰盛来回应我们的心愿。
This year, Canada’s Thanksgiving will be celebrated on October 15. Originally, this holiday was established to give thanks for the harvest and the blessings of the past year. At this special time, how does your heart feel? Is it somewhat indifferent, or have you already thought about who you would like to express your gratitude to?
When Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead, He lifted His eyes to heaven and said, "Father, I thank You that You have heard Me" (John 11:41). The angels in heaven also ascribe glory, honor, and thanks to God (Revelation 4:9). The Psalms teach us to offer thank offerings to God and fulfill our vows to the Most High (Psalm 50:14). Paul encourages us to give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
Thanksgiving is the key to miracles in our lives.
Did you know that in the account of the feeding of the five thousand, Jesus faced a tremendous challenge? Thousands of people were hungry before Him, and He did not have enough food to feed them. Yet He did not panic, complain, or become discouraged. Surprisingly, Jesus didn’t even ask for more food; instead, He gave thanks for what He had.
Most of us, if we don’t have enough, we make such a big deal about it, we start frustrating, complaining, or being stingy, and we rarely will GIVE THANKS. In that moment, Jesus didn’t have enough yet He still gave thanks. After He gave thanks for the little that He had, the food was multiplied.
So, when will you pick up your few loaves and thank God for them instead of accusing Him of giving you too little? This Thanksgiving, GIVE THANKS for you got; and see how God responds to our hearts with His abundance.
“圣经学习小组”筹备中
Bible Study Group Is Coming
教会正在筹备圣经学校小组，让平时在家不容易读的内容，通过小组学习的方式变得简单、有趣起来。The church is preparing a Bible Study group to make the content that is difficult to read at home more accessible and enjoyable through group study.
目的 Goals：
通过逐章阅读圣经，加深对经文的含义、比喻和历史背景的理解。To deepen the understanding of the meaning, metaphors, and historical background of Scripture.
通过共同学习，增进小组成员之间的友谊和支持，建立一个温暖的环境，让大家都能感到被接纳和鼓励。To foster friendships and support among group members through shared learning, creating a warm environment where everyone feels accepted and encouraged.
形式 Format：
每周Skype线上小组，讨论指定的圣经章节，并探索圣经对日常生活的指导。Weekly Skype online group discussions on designated Bible passages，and exploring how the Bible guides our daily lives..
以圣经中的每一卷书为一个小组，在每卷书开始前接受报名。小组一旦开始，将不再接受新成员，直到下一卷书开始时再开放报名。Each book of the Bible will form a separate group, with registration open before the start of each book. Once a group begins, no new members won't be accepted until the next book starts.
适合人群 Audience：
无论是基础较深的弟兄姊妹，还是刚接触信仰的朋友，都欢迎加入。Everyone is welcome to join, whether you are well-versed in your faith or a newcomer exploring spirituality.
具体安排 Details:
时间 Time：从10月19日起，每周六上午10:00-11:30 Starting from Oct 19th, Very Saturday Morning 10-11:30 Am
地点 Location：Skype视频进行 Conducted via Skype video.
材料 Material：《圣经》&笔记本 Bible & Notebook
如何参与 How to Participate:
第一次小组将学习《约翰福音》，现在接受报名；你可以询问教育部同工，或点击以下按钮来报名。The first group will study the Book of John, and registration is now open. You can inquire with the education department staff or click the button below to sign up
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