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John Clayton

Christians were instructed to serve others, and the thanksgiving was for the grace of God and the fact that God offered a way for man to return to a positive relationship with Him.

John Clayton

Thanksgiving

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Christians are taught to help and care for other people as part of their faith. They give thanks because they believe God has shown kindness by providing a way for humans to reconnect with Him in a good way.

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