This excerpt from Dr. Charles Stanley's sermon "A Happy Thanksgiving" explains the importance of giving thanks to God, drawing parallels between the Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving and our own. The sermon uses Psalm 100 as a foundation for understanding how to express gratitude, emphasizing that God's love and faithfulness are reasons for joy even during challenging times. It encourages listeners to reflect on God's goodness in their lives and to find reasons for thanksgiving even in hardship. The sermon also explores the nature of God as the source of life, our Creator, Shepherd, and faithful protector.