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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Stand Firm Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 19, 2021
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    Paul calls the readers of the Thessalonians to stand firm in giving thanks for others, stand firm in holding on to the teachings of Christ, and doing the good deeds and speaking with good words.

    2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 Stand Firm The Lord is good; His love endures forever. Introduction: Context of Thessalonica: Thessalonica city was founded about 315 BC by General Cassander worked under Alexander the Great, later became the king of Macedonia. Thessalonica was a daughter of Philip II of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Psalm Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 23, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,252 views

    David praises God and tells of how thankful he is to God for all He has done

    A Psalm of Thanksgiving Psalm 30:1-5 Primary Purpose: To declare the importance of a thankful heart and giving God the praise He deserves. David had been through many dangers in his life. God Himself calls David a man of bloodshed and therefore doesn’t allow him to build the house of God. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    The God Who Makes Us Again

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002
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    God is the potter and we are the clay. Thank God that He doesn’t throw the clay away!

    JER.18:1-6 "THE GOD WHO MAKES US AGAIN" * God is revealed to us in the Bible in many different figures. * Supremely of course, God is the loving Heavenly Father. * He is also Creator of the worlds, * The Lord Of Hosts who leads the armies of Heaven, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords! A) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Lovorn avatar

    Grateful For Grace

    Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000
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    David's treatment of Saul's son, Mephibosheth, is an example of why we should be thankful for God's grace.

    Grateful for Grace 2 Samuel 9:1-8 Introduction Sally tells this true story: I heard the door open and slam shut at the back of the church. An exasperated young man looked around briefly and then sat next to me. "Sorry I'm late!" he offered with no explanation. I wondered: Who is this stranger ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Kim avatar

    Thanksgiving Ain't Over

    Contributed by Martin Kim on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,036 views

    For the Christian, Thanksgiving is not a one day event, we need to give God thanks every day.

    Thanksgiving Ain’t Over Scripture Reading – Luke 17:11-17:19 Dear Abby received this letter a few years back. Dear Abby, Happiness is knowing that your parents won’t almost kill you if you come home a little late. Happiness is having your own bedroom. Happiness is having parents that trust you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    This Will Go In Your Permanent Record

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 8, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
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    A sermon on the Book of Life (Thanks to Shane Williams on his sermon The Book of Life for much of this sermon)

    Sermon for 8/7/2005 The Book of Life Revelation 20:11-15 Introduction: A. “That will go into your permanent record,” -Teachers are fond of saying this. B. Those aren’t the only records: There’s also one being kept by the all-knowing, everywhere-present God. A time is coming when all the dead ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    How Can I Repay The Lord? Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,266 views

    THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD

    BIG IDEA: THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD I. (:1-4) DELIVERANCE FROM DEATH AFFORDS THE OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP LOVING THE LORD AND CALLING ON HIM FOR HELP A. Answers to Prayer Reinforce our Love for the Lord "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James May avatar

    Getting Ready For The Feast

    Contributed by James May on Nov 23, 2008
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     | 4,337 views

    A Thanksgiving message that says, "Be thankful for all of the wonderful gifts of God, both natural and spiritual."

    Getting Ready for the Feast By Pastor Jim May We are entering the season of the year when all of us are preparing for our Thanksgiving Feast. The stores will be packed and the shelves will be empty of all things necessary for preparation of the feast. I’ve got mine; I hope you have yours. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    A Life Of Blessing Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 15, 2007
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     | 4,277 views

    When life is difficult, think about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and thank Him.

    Remember: The original readers of 1 Peter were facing persecution. The Big Idea: When life is difficult, THINK about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and THANK Him. 1. There is nothing more important that our RESPONSE to Jesus. “As you come to him, the living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    A Praise Primer

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,012 views

    A sermon on praise from Psalm 150 (Compiled from various SermonCentral Contributors, Thanks!)

    Sermon for 7/29/2007 Psalm 150- A Praise Primer Introduction: Two newspapers now in town. WBTU: Journalists are trained to answer 5 W’s and an H when reporting on an event. Thesis: Let’s answer the What, Where, Who, Why, When and How of Psalm 150! For instances: 1. What? (Is Praise; Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Perry avatar

    The Hope Of A New Beginning

    Contributed by John Perry on Jan 3, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,687 views

    Thank God for the powerful truth that in the Christian life we have the power to beget a new beginning.

    Bunbury Sun am 2/01/11 “The hope of a new beginning” Intro: *** Statement made by one of the bros on Friday am that struck me as being both sad & lacking in u/s. Asked if he was going to come to New Year’s eve Bar-B-Q & he said “I have never celebrated New Year’s eve ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    A To Z

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 21, 2009
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     | 3,918 views

    This is a Thanksgiving sermon that explores the passage from Revelation reminding us of why we should be Thankful.

    Revelation 1: 4b – 8 / A to Z Intro: A very devout Christian woman went into a pet store. She saw a beautiful parrot that she offered to buy. The store owner hesitated saying that he couldn’t sell her that parrot because it had belonged to a sailor and cussed a blue streak. The woman insisted ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John McCurry avatar

    Jesus Made Alive Series

    Contributed by John Mccurry on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,475 views

    Easter Series describing what Jesus was made for you and me, thank God He is Alive

    Easter Sunday 07 April 8th Jesus Made Alive 1 Peter 3:18 Just as the Drama was played out Jesus died but 3 days later He was Made Alive. Jesus the Son of God was the Word made flesh and lived with mankind. Jesus the Son of God made of a Woman/Made Under the Law to be an offering for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Darren Sirmans avatar

    Pray 4 Big Ideas

    Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jul 25, 2010
     | 1,966 views

    I want 2 remind my kids and other kids the importance of giving GOD thanks.

    Imagine your mother and daddy is sitting at the dinner table; before you said your prayer, you’ll littlies started eating. NOW, you’ll littlies been doing this because mom and dad never said anything, sometime this is what we do and I’m guilty too. Remember! This is my sermon; you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Tells Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,347 views

    Psalm 9 – Tells us to give Thanks, Evangelize, Laugh, Laugh again, and Sing

    Psalm 9 I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. 2 I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High. 3 My enemies turn back; they stumble and perish before you. 4 For you have upheld my right and my ...read more

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