Recently, I discovered a profound dimension of thanksgiving that has already begun changing my life, and I believe it can change yours too.
As Thanksgiving has arrived in America, I want to share this ancient, biblical secret that has the power to transform your prayers and your life: Prophetic thanksgiving.
A Story of Prophetic Thanksgiving
Let me tell you a story that embodies this secret.
A prophetic friend of mine once joined a women's prayer gathering. These women had been meeting for years, praying for their husbands to come to Christ. Yet when my friend arrived, she was shocked. Instead of prayer, the gathering had turned into a time of venting frustration and gossiping about their husbands.
My friend offered them a reality check and shared a new way to pray—with authority, faith, and expectancy.
One woman took this to heart. That evening, she made a special dinner for her family. As they sat down to eat, she confidently prayed: "Thank You, Father, that all of my family loves You and is serving You with all of their hearts."
Her husband pushed back his chair and said, "You know I don't believe in your God. Stop praying that way!"
Undeterred, the woman replied, "You're welcome to pray your own prayer, but this is how I'm praying from now on."
Within weeks, her husband surrendered his life to Jesus.
What was the secret? Prophetic thanksgiving. (Photo via Pexels)
What Is Prophetic Thanksgiving and How Do We Do It?
Most people find it easy to thank God after something happens. But prophetic thanksgiving takes faith; it's about thanking Him before the answer manifests. This isn't about forcing gratitude for the hardships you face or thanking God for sickness, poverty, or trials. God isn't the author of your pain; He's the author of your solution.
For example, instead of praying, "Thank You, God, for this trial," you could declare, "Thank You, Father, that I'm coming out of this season perfected, equipped, and lacking nothing" (James 1:2–4). It's not about focusing on the problem; it's about partnering with the solution. In times of financial need, you might pray, "Thank You, Father, that in all things, at all times, I have all I need and plenty left over to share with others" (2 Corinthians 9:8, NLT).
Prophetic thanksgiving partners with the solution.
Prophetic thanksgiving is about looking into the future, seeing God's solution, and thanking Him for it now—knowing the answer is already in motion. I've begun praying this way for people close to me who are struggling spiritually, and already I'm seeing change.
Make It a Part of Your Feast
So as we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, I encourage you to make prophetic thanksgiving a part of your feast. Take your seat in heavenly places with Christ Jesus, look beyond the present into the glorious future God has already provided, and partner with His solutions in prayer using prophetic thanksgiving.
May your faith be stirred and your heart be filled with hope as you put this secret into practice.
We wish you and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving.
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Dan McCollam
The Prophetic Company Global
Email:Â prophetictrainer@gmail.com
Website:Â www.propheticcompany.com
Dan McCollam travels internationally as a prophetic speaker and trainer. One of his great passions is to create prophetic cultures where everyone can prophesy, activate their spiritual gifts, mobilize their prophetic words, and discover their unique purpose in life. Dan is co-founder of the Bethel School of the Prophets in Redding, California and The Prophetic Company Global group of activation-based trainers. He has authored over 25 books, manuals, and resources on supernatural life, prophetic gifts, and worship.
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