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🦃 November Theme: The Table of Thanksgiving

📖 Scripture

Psalm 23:5b (NIV)
“You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.”

📚 Background

Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages in Scripture, written by David as a song of trust and confidence in God’s care. In verse 5, David shifts imagery from shepherd to host, describing God as the One who prepares a table, anoints with oil, and fills the cup to overflowing. This is a picture of abundance, blessing, and honor—God doesn’t just provide enough; He provides more than enough.

💬 Devotional

I remember a Thanksgiving when I felt stretched thin—emotionally, financially, spiritually. I worried I didn’t have enough to give, enough to share, enough to celebrate. But as I sat at the table surrounded by family, laughter, and even simple food, I realized my cup was overflowing—not because of what I had, but because of Who was with me.

Overflow isn’t about material abundance. It’s about the presence of God filling the empty spaces of our lives. When He anoints us, He marks us with His favor. When He fills our cup, He reminds us that His goodness cannot be contained. At the Table of Overflow, gratitude flows freely because we recognize that every blessing—big or small—is evidence of His extravagant love.

This November, let’s not just count blessings; let’s celebrate the overflow. Even in seasons of scarcity, God’s presence is more than enough.

🪞 Reflection Questions

1. Where have you seen God’s “overflow” in your life recently?
2. How does His presence change your perspective on what you have?
3. What does it mean for you to live from a place of overflow rather than scarcity?

🛠️ Application: Living It Out

• Notice the overflow. Each day this week, write down one way God has given more than you expected.
• Share the abundance. Look for opportunities to bless someone else out of your overflow—time, encouragement, or resources.
• Celebrate presence. Pause at your table and thank God not just for provision, but for His presence that fills your life.

📌 Key Takeaways

• God’s blessings are abundant—He fills our cup to overflowing.
• Overflow is not about possessions, but about His presence.
• Gratitude grows when we recognize His extravagant love.
• At the Table of Overflow, we celebrate not just what we have, but Who we have.