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Giving Thanks

Contributed by Evelyn Weston on Oct 19, 2004

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Thanksgiving C: We give thanks, not just for all the things God gives us, but because of who God is and who God has called us to be. Illustration from the Pilgrims.

Grace to you and peace, brothers and sisters in Christ— blessed by God, blessed to be a blessing. Amen Thanksgiving is here again— the beginning of the holiday season. Supposedly this is the end of fall, though there’s no doubt this year that winter is already here to stay. But Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Thank Him

Contributed by John Mccaherty on Nov 19, 2004

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let us really learn to thank Him, for the past, the present and the future that He has promised us. (power point available just email me)

Thanking Him! Colossians 3:15-17 Colossians 3:15-17 And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms [and] hymns [and] spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lead With Thanks

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2004

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This was my leadership devotional for the month of November witha focus on being Thankful

Lead with Thanks 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 November Leadership Devotional Do you ever find it hard to thank God that you are a leader? Sometimes being a leader within the church is a thankless job. Sometimes it takes a great deal of time to fulfill their responsibilities. Sometimes it takes a great ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Thankful For Heaven

Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Feb 15, 2005

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This has been the most difficult year of my of life with Elizabeth’s going to be with the Lord. Therefore on this Thanksgiving, what am I thankful for?

This is the Sunday before Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Sunday and it is customary that the pastor bring a message on Thanksgiving, on giving thanks. So as I considered what the Lord would have me share with you today, I began to ask myself the question: what am I thankful for? Obviously ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Thankful Prayer Series

Contributed by Allen James on Nov 16, 2009

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This is the second message the Eucharist series exploring Colossians 1:9-14 as Paul reveals three essentials for a thankful prayer.

INTRODUCTION: Authentic thanksgiving through prayer is a true REFLECTION of the gratitude in our hearts for GOD’S ACTIVITY (past, present, & future). Transition: Ex. of A.C.T.S. prayer. We must be careful not to reduce thanksgiving in our prayer to a section or checklist in preparation for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful Sheep

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 19, 2009

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We should be thankful today because we have a Good Shepherd who provides for us in every way.

Thankful Sheep Text: Psalm 23 Introduction 1. Illustration: A little boy offered up a Thanksgiving Day prayer for the family and prayed: "Dear God, this is Jimmy. Thank you for Thanksgiving and Christmas and all of the holidays. Thank you for the turkey and dressing and Mom and Dad and even for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Thankful Worship

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 19, 2009

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Can we refuse to ’Thank God’ by worshiping and bowing down when we clearly see that this God is our God forever and ever, and will be our guide, even unto death? There is a warning which follows ~ The favored nation grew deaf to their Lord’s command.

Opening illustration: As President Washington proclaimed the 26th of November 1789 to be a day of thanksgiving. The last paragraph reads as follows: "And also that we may then unite in most humbly offering our prayers and supplications to the great Lord and Ruler of Nations and beseech Him to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

B Thankful Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2009

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God repeatedly tells me I should be thankful for all things. But there are times I don’t want to thankful. There are times I don’t FEEL thankful. So how can I obey God when that happens?

OPEN: I read the true story of GIs stationed on Leyte in the Philippines during WW II. Although the region was secure, sometimes the enemy tried to infiltrate their food storage area. One such adversary, dressed in GI clothing, had worked himself into the noontime chow line. But the camp cook ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanks Giving!

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 28, 2009

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The American industrialist, Henry Ford, was once asked to donate money for the construction of a new medical facility.. The billionaire made a pledge of $5,000. The next day in the newspaper, the headline read, "Henry Ford contributes $50,000 to new ho

Thanks A. The American industrialist, Henry Ford, was once asked to donate money for the construction of a new medical facility.. The billionaire made a pledge of $5,000. The next day in the newspaper, the headline read, "Henry Ford contributes $50,000 to new hospital." The irate Ford was on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 12, 2009

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Ephesians 5:20 tells 1) When, 2) For what, 3) To whom & 4) How the Spirit–filled believer is to be thankful.

People may have one of three possible attitudes about thanksgiving. 1) The first is that it is unnecessary. Some people are not thankful simply because they think they deserve every good thing they have—and more. The rich firmer of Jesus’ parable who was presumptuous about his future prosperity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Other

Thankful For The Home

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Jul 24, 2009

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God’s plan for the home is the only one that will work.

Joshua was determined in his declaration. "And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

Be Ye Thankful

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 5, 2005

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On Thanksgiving: I am thankful I am not a Butterball turkey. There is one thing, above all, for which I give thanks, the lift of Jesus! Like the great old hymn says, love lifted me

Thanksgiving is a time for expressing our thanks for God’s providence and blessing. I am thankful that teenagers do grow up and eventually have teenagers of their own. I am thankful I am not a Butterball turkey. There is one thing, above all, for which I give thanks, the lift of Jesus! Like the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Be Thankful?

Contributed by Rick Sunstrom on Dec 7, 2005

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Discover why we should be thankful to God, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Why Be Thankful? In recognition of the holiday before us, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about being thankful. I’d like to begin with a story. In regions of Mexico hot springs and cold springs are found side by side, and because of the convenience of this natural phenomenon the women ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

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Thanksgiving is a day which is recognized by the United States Government to give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes - it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you clearly see that it was about giving thanks to the Lord for all

Give Thanks Thesis: Thanksgiving is a day which is recognized by the United States Government to give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes - it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you clearly see that it was about giving thanks to the Lord for all his divine provision ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving Thanks

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007

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Thanksgiving message

Giving Thanks Thursday is Thanksgiving, a time when we come together with friends and family and enjoy the blessings of God. We fix large family meals, sit around and eat until we are full, stuffed actually and continue in conversation, laughter and relaxation. This is the atmosphere for those who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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