Benefits Of Good Harvest Thanksgiving

BENEFITS OF GOOD HARVEST THANKSGIVING

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Psalm 67:5-7

Key Verse: “Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee. Then shall the earth yield her increase; and God, even our own God, shall bless us.” — Psalm 67:5-6

Supporting Texts: Psalm 100:4; Luke 17:15-19; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Psalm 103:1-5; Deuteronomy 28:1-14.

INTRODUCTION

Harvest thanksgiving is not merely a church tradition; it is a powerful act of worship that acknowledges God as the source of all blessings. Throughout Scripture, God commanded His people to return with gratitude after every harvest because thanksgiving opens the door for continued blessings and supernatural increase.

When we thank God for the harvest: whether spiritual, material, financial, ministerial, or agricultural, we recognise His faithfulness, His providence, and His continual involvement in our lives. Thanksgiving is a spiritual key that unlocks more from God and seals the blessings He has already given.

In this study, we will explore the profound benefits God releases to individuals, families, and congregations who engage in sincere good harvest thanksgiving. These benefits are both spiritual and physical, immediate and long-term, earthly and eternal.

1. THANKSGIVING SECURES THE BLESSINGS GOD HAS GIVEN

Thanksgiving protects, seals, and preserves every harvest God has released. Gratitude prevents loss and positions believers for continuous supply.

a) Thanksgiving Preserves Blessings (Psalm 103:1-2)

Expressing gratitude prevents forgetfulness and keeps God’s blessings active in our lives.

b) Thanksgiving Establishes Remembrance (Deuteronomy 8:10-11)

When we thank God for harvest, we remember Who provided it, ensuring we remain humble before Him.

c) Thanksgiving Repels Devourers (Malachi 3:10-11)

A thankful heart activates divine protection against the enemy who steals harvests.

d) Thanksgiving Attracts Divine Favour (Psalm 30:12)

Gratitude positions a believer to receive continuous mercy and goodness from God.

Biblical Example: The one leper who returned to thank Jesus (Luke 17:15-19) received permanent wholeness, while the others missed their complete blessing.

2. THANKSGIVING OPENS THE DOOR FOR GREATER INCREASE

God multiplies whatever we thank Him for. Harvest thanksgiving prepares the ground for a bigger harvest in the future.

a) Thanksgiving Invites Increase (Psalm 67:5-7)

Praise and thanksgiving cause the earth to yield more abundance.

b) Thanksgiving Unlocks Divine Multiplication (John 6:11-13)

Jesus gave thanks and the little multiplied supernaturally to feed thousands.

c) Thanksgiving Releases Open Heaven (Psalm 100:4)

Gratitude opens the gates of God’s presence, allowing blessings to flow freely.

d) Thanksgiving Produces Abundance (Joel 2:26)

A grateful people enjoy plenty and shall not be ashamed.

Biblical Example: After Hannah returned to give thanks by dedicating Samuel, God blessed her with five more children (1 Samuel 2:1-21).

3. THANKSGIVING CONNECTS YOU TO SUPERNATURAL PEACE AND JOY

A grateful heart is a peaceful heart. Thanksgiving fills believers with joy that strengthens them for future battles and challenges.

a) Thanksgiving Brings Peace (Philippians 4:6-7)

Grateful prayer releases the peace of God that passes understanding.

b) Thanksgiving Strengthens the Heart (Nehemiah 8:10)

Joy from a thankful spirit becomes supernatural strength.

c) Thanksgiving Ushers Divine Presence (Psalm 22:3)

God inhabits the praises of the thankful. Where He dwells, peace reigns.

d) Thanksgiving Produces Contentment (1 Timothy 6:6)

Gratitude helps believers appreciate what they have and rest in God confidently.

Biblical Example: Paul and Silas, even in prison, gave thanks and sang, and God released supernatural peace and freedom (Acts 16:25-26).

4. THANKSGIVING ATTRACTS COMPLETE AND TOTAL VICTORY

Harvest thanksgiving is a weapon of spiritual warfare. It confuses the enemy and brings divine intervention.

a) Thanksgiving Breaks Chains (Acts 16:25-26)

Praise and gratitude can break any physical or spiritual limitation.

b) Thanksgiving Confuses the Enemy (2 Chronicles 20:21-24)

Jehoshaphat’s army thanked and praised God, and God fought their battle.

c) Thanksgiving Establishes Dominion (Psalm 149:6-9)

Praise releases spiritual authority over forces of darkness.

d) Thanksgiving Turns Battles into Blessings (Psalm 18:3)

When we exalt God with thanksgiving, He arises as our defender and conqueror.

Biblical Example: The Israelites marched around Jericho with praise and thanksgiving, and the walls collapsed by divine power (Joshua 6:20).

CONCLUSION

Harvest thanksgiving is not seasonal; it is a lifestyle that guarantees continuous blessings. When believers return to God with gratitude for every harvest: spiritual, financial, material, or agricultural, they secure what God has done and open the gates for what God is about to do.

Therefore, cultivate the practice of good harvest thanksgiving. Let gratitude flow from your heart daily. As you honour God with thanksgiving, your harvest shall never diminish, your blessings shall never be cut short, and your increase will never cease.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Lord, I thank You for every harvest You have given me this year.

2. Father, preserve and seal every blessing You have released into my life.

3. Lord, multiply my harvest and enlarge my increase.

4. Father, deliver me from every devourer assigned against my blessings.