Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on 1 Thessalonians 5:16:

showing 76-90 of 400
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Clear Scripture Filters

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Give Thanks In Every Circumstance

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,992 views

    One of the greatest privileges of being a Christian is to have the capacity to give thanks regardless of what happens. It is easy to be thankful when things are going our way, but a Christian can rise above any situation to thank God for causing all thing

    How To Give Thanks in Every Circumstance by Paul Fritz 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 Have you ever noticed that people who habitually ungrateful are stranger to happiness? Illustration: One day a TV reporter asked a mason, "How do you like your job? I hate it, he said. Its this most boring job in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Lotze avatar

    Following Jesus With Thankful Hearts Series

    Contributed by Steve Lotze on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,768 views

    Ninth in the following Jesus series

    Following Jesus with Thankful Hearts November 20th, 2005 Various Texts These are my actual notes and sermon handouts and they probably mean more to me than they do to you. If you don’t understand something in my notes – feel free to e-mail me for clarification (stevenmary7@hotmail.com). Here’s ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Keys To A Successful Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 35 ratings
     | 10,173 views

    To show the importance of being thankful Christians.

    Title: Keys to a Successful Thanksgiving Theme: To show the importance of being thankful Christians. Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 In just a few days we are going to celebrate what I consider, next to the celebration of Christ Birth and Resurrection, the most important holiday of the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    It's Thanksgiving! Yada! Yada! Yada!

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,091 views

    Sitcoms made the term "yada" mean something boring, but the Hebrew term is the basis for a life of Thanksgiving that "in everything gives thanks."

    It’s Thanksgiving! Yada! Yada! Yada! --I Thessalonians 5:16-18 In January and April of 1997 the hit sitcoms THE NANNY and SEINFELD coined a neologism, a new phrase that has come into popular use. That neologism is “Yada [“YAW-DAW’”], yada, yada!” Elaine Benes, the character in SEINFELD played ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Instructions For The Believer

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 18, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,487 views

    A message verbalizing the attitude our Lord expects of His children.

    Instructions for the Believer 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 * Turn with me to 1 Thessalonians 5:16. On this the last Sunday evening before we celebrate Thanksgiving, let us center on God’s word for instruction. Through His word He gives us instruction for life. * When we consider the culture in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • KL BURRUS avatar

    Thank You

    Contributed by Kl Burrus on Nov 19, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 26,170 views

    You may not have any money but you can have manners. You may be poor but you can be polite. Everybody ought to learn to say, “Thank you.”

    1 Thessalonians 5:15-18 / Thank You 15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Jack avatar

    Be Joyful Always Series

    Contributed by James Jack on Nov 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,932 views

    The key to being joyful always and being thankful in all circumstances is to humbly rely on God.

    A few weeks ago James Rogers, our senior minister, spoke about songs he hated. I’ve got a number of songs I hate. I can’t really share them with you now because they’ve normally got some sort of profanity in the title as well as in the lyrics themselves. Then there’s the songs that I just can’t get ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Anglican

  • Todd Leupold avatar

    Thanksgiving In Feast & Famine

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,625 views

    Exploring and encouraging the principle of giving God thanks both in times of blessing and in times of tribulation.

    Thanksgiving In Feast And Famine Thanksgiving Message, Perth Bible Church, 11/25/07 Rev. Todd G. Leupold Introduction Ah, Thanksgiving – big, fat juicy turkey, prim pilgrims in their ’Sunday best,’ oodles & oodles of fun, gentle Indian friends, beautiful outdoor picnic . . .! How could they ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Some Final Instructions To The Family Of The Church. Series

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,576 views

    How should we view the leaders of the church And how the members of the church should treat their fellow brothers and sisters

    We are looking today at the final chapter in Paul’s 1st letter to the Thessalonians • What we are going to see is that Paul is giving some final instructions to the Family of the church. • How should we view the leaders of the church • And how the members of the church should treat their fellow ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Steve Smith avatar

    A Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007
     | 5,614 views

    If we take the time to observe, we have so much to be thankful for. Even in the worst of times, we can see God and His mercy all around.

    INTRODUCTION A. YOUR BLESSING 1. Think for a moment about your life – your family – your children – their family’s (if it fits). 2. What do YOU Have to be Thankful For? Anyone care to share? 3. Share with Us! B. AMERICA – 9/11 1. Trying to prepare for a Strategic Plan to accomplish our Vision ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Stoll avatar

    Give Thanks In All Circumstances

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,934 views

    Giving thanks to GOd even when the events in our life don’t seem to warrent it.

    Over the last couple weeks we have looked at two things which have caused some people concern and possibly even worry. First, we talked about the election, some people are really excited while others are concerned over the changes in leadership in our government. The Bible reminds us we are to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Final Goodbye Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,878 views

    Good byes are rarely easy, but are sometimes necessary.

    1. OK, I ADMIT IT, I LOVE AIRPORTS! 2. There is just something about airports that I really enjoy. a. NOW it’s not driving around in circles waiting for someone to come outside and meet me. b. And it’s not waiting for hours because of plane delays c. But there is that glimpse into the lives of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Norton avatar

    Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning.

    Contributed by Chris Norton on Jul 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,358 views

    We need to lift up our brothers and sisters when they are down and discouraged. Too many of us today will say we need to pray for them Yes we do but it is not enough just to pray for them we have to go to them and help them in their time of need.

    Walking A Path That Will Keep The Fire Burning. 1 Thessalonians 5:14-28 14-15> Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Guidelines From The Lord For Living In These Last Days

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,300 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS BASED ON 1THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5

    GUIDELINES FROM THE LORD FOR LIVING IN THESE LAST DAYS **************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. PUT ON THE BREASTPLATE OF FAITH AND LOVE AND THE HOPE OF SALVATION 2. HONOUR THOSE MINISTER TO YOU AND BE BLESSED THROUGH THEIR MINISTRY 3. LIVE A COMPLETELY ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Charles Cockroft avatar

    Be Elated Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,464 views

    Biblical joy is not a simple feeling but a frame of mind

    “BE ELATED!” TEXT: 1 Thess. 5:16 One of the 3 great promises of the Declaration of Independence (i.e. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”) is the pursuit of happiness ... or joy. Biblical joy goes far beyond mere happiness ... in fact it is much greater than simple happiness! For ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God