Sermons on A Thankful Heart:

Thanking God For The People Of Faith Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Mar 28, 2008

Teaching the reader to appreciate those who labor and pray with you.

THANKING GOD FOR THE PEOPLE OF FAITH Ephesians 1:15-23 There is a terrible name that the world has put on the church, that accuses the church of being an entity that only cares only about its own financial position. Many believe that we are a selfish, money grabbing, judgmental ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope That Comes From Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 19, 2017

This is the 44th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope". This is also a Thanksgiving sermon.

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#44] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM THANKFULNESS Colossians 3:16 Introduction: One of my favorite holidays is coming up- Thanksgiving. You may wonder why; but if you like football and eating then you probably understand. The sad thing about this holiday is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Entitlement Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jun 16, 2013

Entitlement is when people feel that the world owes them something without having to do anything to earn it. We llok at entitlement in our culture and then see what Scripture has to say about it

Entitlement James 4:1-3 and 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12 In his commencement speech to the Wellesley High School Class of 2012, English teacher David McCullough delivered some sobering words: “None of you is special. You are not special. You are not exceptional.” He called the graduating ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

5 Reasons To Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 7, 2011

It is fitting to give thanks for: 1) God Himself (Psalm 103:1), 2) God’s Benefits (Psalm 103:2), 3) God’s Forgiveness and Healing (Psalm 103:3), 4) God’s Redemption, love & Mercy (Psalm 103:4), and 5) God’s Satisfaction & Renewal (Psalm 103:5)

"5 Reasons to Give Thanks": Psalm 103:1-5 Thanksgiving. October 9, 2011. Everton Community Church. This week the world mourned the death of Apple founder Steve Jobs. At 56 – he was considered the World’s Leading Technology Innovator. Millions of people around the globe are thankful to Steve Jobs ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5, Psalm 1:1-5

Denomination: Other

How Thankfulness Overcomes Anxiety Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 7, 2010

God gives thankful prayer as a means for the Holy Spirit to dispel anxiety.

Scripture Introduction Philippians 4 offers great hope and powerful remedies for those who would have their hearts and minds guarded from threats of anxiety and despair. [ Read Philippians 4.4-9. ] Philippians 4.6 says, “Do not be anxious about anything….” Jesus said the same in Matthew 6: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Express Thankfulness To God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 28, 2006

Andrae Crouch in the song My Tribute wrote “How can I say thanks for the things you have done for me, things so undeserved yet You gave to prove your love for me.” The question we must face this morning is how can we truly express our thankfulness to God

HOW TO EXPRESS THANKFULNESS TO GOD Psalm 116:12-13 “What shall I render to the Lord for all His benefits toward me? I will take up the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the Lord.” Introduction: Andrae Crouch in the song My Tribute wrote “How can I say thanks for the things you have done ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Difference Between Thankfulness And Gratitude?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 6, 2022

This two part message takes an insightful look at the differences and reveals the source of nourishment for living in emotional, spiritual, and physical health.

Every year Churches across the USA are filled with sermons about being thankful, especially around the day of Thanksgiving - and rightfully so. "Let us come into his presence with THANKSGIVING; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!" (Psalm 95:2 ESV – emphasis ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:2, Philippians 4:5-7, Colossians 3:14-17, Hebrews 12:28-29, Proverbs 3:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks-Living

Contributed by William Barnes on Nov 21, 2002

Scripture admonished us to be thankful in all circumstances. This means our thanksgiving is to be continual and not contingent. 3 reasons for "continual thanksgiving"

“Thanksgiving Vs. Thanks-living (part 2)” Intro: The fact that God expects us to thank Him for His blessings in our lives, is evident in the words of Jesus, to the one lone ex-leper who returned to thank Him. Luke 17:15 “One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From A Thankful Leper

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 18, 2012

The lesson of thankfulness is taught to us by the Savior in the healing of the ten lepers in Luke 17:11-19

I started my preparation for a today’s Thanksgiving Sermon a couple of weeks ago. In looking for sermon ideas, I read a sermon by Ray Pritchard written in 2007 titled, “How God Revealed the Ingratitude of My Own Heart.” He wrote this sermon about one year after leaving the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankful Through Tough Times

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 17, 2024

We need to realize that everyone has difficulties and must endure tough times. But it’s not enough to just endure tough times, we must learn how to be thankful through them if we’re going to receive God’s goodness.

“Thankful Through Tough Times” Philippians 4:6-7 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZqMXEqyujs It was the day before Thanksgiving, and it was the first one that Andrea and her three children would be spending without their father who left them three months earlier. On top ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 6:34, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Peter 5:7, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Why Should I Be Thankful

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Nov 19, 2022

It seems that in the last few years that life has thrown us a curve. It has not been easy to face the difficulties in living so we may ask the question why I should be thankful this Thanksgiving

Sermon Text: Col 1:3-8 We give thanks to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, 4 since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of your love for all the saints; 5 because of the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, of which you heard before in the word of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Time To Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003

In Nehemiah 11, we come across a situation where the people are faced with a national referendum. They didn’t believe in “luck” or “chance.” They actually were so committed to the sovereignty of God that they knew God would direct the outcome of the lot

Taking Time to Give Thanks You made a good decision this morning to come to church because I have some inside information about the recent presidential election that you will not hear on CNN. With all the intrigue and controversy surrounding the final tally, coupled with the waiting that we’ve had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"I Thank God For You”

Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 21, 2001

THANKSGIVING IS A CALL TO REMEMBER HOW THANKFUL WE ARE FOR EACH OTHER!

“I THANK GOD FOR YOU” PHILIPPIANS 1: 3-11 NOVEMBER 18, 2001 INTRODUCTION: “I THANK GOD FOR YOU” BY SAWYER BROWN TRANSITION THOUGHT: The Apostle Paul, like Sawyer Brown, teaches us that we must give credit where credit is due. Paul realized just how important the Philippian church was to his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Thank You, God, For Music

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

This sermon explores the various roles music plays in worship.

This weekend the Forestburg community celebrated the role music has played in our community. I imagine that most of that heritage is of country music. However, church music has a strong place in our community as well. For decades, God’s music has penetrated the hearts and lives of people in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Thankfulness In The Age Of Stuff Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011

TRUE THANKSGIVING MUST BE CULTIVATED IN THE AGE OF "STUFF"

The Challenge of Thankfulness in the Age of Stuff. Come Ye Thankful People Come INTRODUCTION We just sang Come, ye thankful people, come, raise the song of harvest home; all is safely gathered in, ere the winter storms begin. God our Maker doth provide for our wants to be supplied; come to God's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance