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  • Todd Pope avatar

    Thanksliving Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Todd Pope on Nov 21, 2011
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    Sermon series on gratitude becoming a way of life.

    Two weeks ago we talked about being GR8ing or GR8ful where I laid out the need for having an attitude of gratitude, the science to back up the fact that gratitude leads to a better life, We looked at some of the Scriptures that command us to be thankful, grateful people. We looked at examples of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Thankfulness

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 23, 2011
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    "Thanks" is a word we probably don’t say often enough. And being thankful is an attitude we probably don’t have enough. Unfortunately, when Thanksgiving is over we typically move from being thankful to being materialistic when the Christmas shopping seaso

    THANKFULNESS INTRODUCTION: Rudyard Kipling was one of the few old writers who had opportunity to enjoy his success while he lived. One time a newspaper reporter came up to him and said, "Mr. Kipling, I just read that somebody calculated that the money you make from your writings amounts to over a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Giving Thanks. God's Will Concerning You

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 25, 2011
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    Giving thanks must be learned and practiced daily. It is God's will concerning you. Here are three things to remember. This is a message of giving thanks, for each and every day.

    GIVING THANKS (Thanksgiving) God’s Will concerning you. William Akehurst, HSWC Giving thanks must be learned and practiced daily. It is God's will concerning you. Here are three things to remember. This is a message of giving thanks, for each and every day. Psalm 92:1 It is a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Giving Thanks In All Circumstances

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 29, 2011
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    Gratitude is like oxygen to the soul.

    Giving Thanks in All Circumstances Brad Bailey – November 27, 2011 Intro This has always been a special weekend to gather… a time in which we actually GIVE THANKS to God…we share what we are grateful for. As many have noted…gratitude is quality of life that has been in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thanks Giving Every Day (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 1, 2011
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    Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday celebration; it's a heart condition! Overflowing with illustrations, this topical message explores the importance of Thanksgiving and acts as a prelude to an expository sermon (part 2) on living a life of thankfuln

    Thanksgiving Every Day Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/20/2011 So with Thanksgiving only four days away, have you thought much about what you’re thankful for this year? I don’t know about you, but for some reason I always associate Thanksgiving with Charlie ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Eight Habits Of Maturing Christians

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011
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    It is never God’s will for believers to remain childish in their understanding and behaviour (I Cor. 14:20). We must all grow and mature in Christ, but sadly that is not instant. Our passage reveals eight habits we must develop if we are to spiritually ma

    Intro: It is never God’s will for believers to remain childish in their understanding and behaviour (I Cor. 14:20). We must all grow and mature in Christ, but sadly that is not instant. Our passage reveals eight habits we must develop if we are to spiritually mature. We must: 1. ALWAYS ...read more

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    The Habit Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 22, 2011
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    Having an attitude of gratitude begins with trusting God and keeping in constant prayer to Him.

    The Habit Of Gratitude Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Philippians 4:6 I received an email recently, promoting a motivational book on the subject of gratitude. What really impressed me was the quote which inspired the writing of this book. The quote is attributed to a woman by the name of Vivian Green, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Giving Thanks: The Will Of God For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 23, 2012
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     | 10,566 views

    Thanksgiving, joy, God's will, prayer

    GIVING THANKS: THE WILL OF GOD FOR YOUR LIFE! 1 Thess 5: 16-18 (p837) Nov. 13, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I have some genuine questions as I approach this text this morning…As Paul wraps up his first letter to the church in Thessalonians he hits on some specific but essential ingredients for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2007
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    God has specific plans for your life, but our priority is following His broader will which reflects His desire for every believer. Paul informs us that is is God’s will that we practice three habits; when we do, they have positive consequences on our

    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful (I Thessalonians 5:16-18) 1. A young fellow by the name of Sammy liked to hang out at Mom and Pop’s Grocery Store. Pop didn’t know what Sammy’s problem was, but the other boys would tease him all the?time, calling him Slow Sammy, and punching him on the shoulder as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ipray - Friend Day

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,999 views

    Today we conclude our series, iTruths: Life Lessons for the iPod Generation, with a message on prayer.

    November 4, 2007 iPray – “FRIEND DAY” Today we conclude our series, iTruths: Life Lessons for the iPod Generation, with a message on prayer. Prayer is something that pretty much everyone understands, everyone gets, everyone does…at some point in their lives. People pray when a family member is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    An Attitude Of Gratitude Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Nov 8, 2007
    based on 69 ratings
     | 51,455 views

    An attitude of gratitude opens up our lives for God’s will to be done in and through us.

    Intro: Edward Spencer was a ministerial student in Evanston, Illinois, and also a member of a life-saving squad during his school years. In 1860, a ship went aground on the shore of Lake Michigan near Evanston, and Spencer waded again and again into the frigid waters to rescue seventeen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Final Goodbye Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
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    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Marks Of A Powerful Christian Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Apr 2, 2008
     | 3,173 views

    Good works for the right reasons, overcoming evil and five results or evidence of spiritual authority.

    Sunday January 19th, 2003 Series: Spiritual Authority Part Three Sermon: The Marks of a Powerful Christian Scripture: I Thessalonians 5:15-24 Romans 12:21 — We overcome evil with good. What are we supposed to give to evil. At first we have our responsibility and duty to give to the body of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Bumper Sticker Theology

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 24, 2007
    based on 39 ratings
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    Bumpers stickers say a lot in a few words - so do the Bible verses of First Thessalonians chapter five.

    Bumpers stickers say a lot in a few words. They are easily memorized. They can make us think. Bumper stickers are a lot like these Bible verses: 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - "Be joyful always." This is NOT an invitation to ignore sadness and sorrow. It is rather, an invitation to invite the person, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Everything Give Thanks Ii Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,253 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to go all out and give God thanks in every thing.

    "In Everything Give Thanks II" 1 Chronicles 15:25-29 & 1 Thessalonians 5:18 26 August 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, California BIG IDEA: BELIEVERS SHOULD GIVE THANKS TO GOD IN EVERYTHING. REFERENCES: 2 Samuel 6:1-23 (The story of David and his 30,000 men; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal