Sermons on Be Thankful:

Where Does Our Thanks Lead Us?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 22, 2019

Being thankful should lead us to a true worship of God.

Where Does Our Thanks Take Us? Leviticus 10:1-5 Acts 16:16-34 Psalm 100 11/24/2019 In a few days, some of us will have traveled many miles from where we are right now, in order to be with family and friends for Thanksgiving. For some of us it will be ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-5, Acts 16:16-34, Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Psalm Of Thanksgiving 2019

Contributed by Howard Gwartney on Nov 25, 2019

A lot of times we complain instead of learning to be grateful.

A PSALM OF THANKSGIVING Psalm 105:1-6 ILLUST. A monk joined a monastery and took a vow of silence. After the first 10 years of absolutely no speaking at all, his superior called him in and asked, “Do you have anything to say?” The monk replied, “Food bad.” After another 10 years of perfect ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

This Is The Day Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

There is little we can give to God that is not a returning to Him of what He has already given to us. Time and substance are God's gifts to us. Thanksgiving, however, is a product of our own will, and to give God thanks is to give something that is uniquely our own.

Many years ago Rudyard Kipling was a popular writer, and it was reported that he was getting ten shillings for every word he wrote. Some students at Oxford University, who were not impressed with Kipling, sent him ten shillings with the request that he send them one of his very best words. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:6-14

Gratitude As A Character Trait

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 12, 2021

Gratitude is not just a simple "Thank You." It's a character trait that should be a vital part of our everyday life.

We have just finished up with our Easter season. During Holy Week, we reflected on all that Jesus did for us. And we can’t help but to go away with gratitude, being thankful for Jesus doing so much for us. So, I thought I would look into the book of 1 Thessalonians and see what the Bible and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Nov 22, 2020

We should and need to show gratitude to God for all things

As families around the country prepare to gather with family, eat turkey and perhaps partake in some Black Friday shopping, they might be surprised to learn how much we don’t know about the origins of the Thanksgiving today. Back in 1621 it was called a fall harvest and lasted 3 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:21-22, Job 1:21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thanksgiving 2020

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Nov 22, 2020

Happy Thanksgiving!

Sermon: Thanksgiving 2020 - I must say that I can think of some happier Thanksgivings that we’ve had. - On the other hand, I can also say that we have a lot to be thankful for. - Let me open with our scripture that screams Thanksgiving, & let’s look at a reason to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Wasted Time And Wasted Prayers

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 22, 2022

In this life we are all allotted so many days, weeks, months and years. These days, weeks, months and years are a gift from almighty God.

What we do with this gift is left entirely up to us. Because of this gift of time this is why there is going to be a judgment to give an account of what we have done with our time. Some will have to give account for their teens, 20 years, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 or a 100 years. • But we must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Attitude Of A Servant Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 30, 2022

1) A Thankful Spirit (Romans 1:8), 2) A Concerned Spirit (Romans 1:9–10a), and finally 3) A Willing and Submissive Spirit (Romans 1:10b).

Romans 1:8–10. 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you 10 always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-10

Denomination: Other

I Will Bless The Lord At All Times- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 11, 2022

You and I can bless the Lord and gain the benefit of knowing One who is faithful in all of our situations and we will receive strength for our souls as we listen to the Word of God.

Tonight, I will bless the Lord at all times, from Psalm 34 verse 1. King David exemplifies a lifestyle of worshipping the Lord regardless of circumstances. Another Old Testament character named Job will also be seen to worship God in the most severe trials of life. You and I can bless the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1, 1 Samuel 21:10-15, 2 Samuel 6:12-22

I Will Bless The Lord At All Times - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 11, 2022

You and I can bless the Lord and gain the benefit of knowing One who is faithful in all of our situations and we will receive strength for our souls as we listen to the Word of God.

In verse Job1:1 we can see the integrity of Job and how God’s Word says he was perfect, he was upright, and one that feared the Lord, and he did not go near evil. And, it is an example for us who are living in these last days, that it is possible for us, even more, because of the blood of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

I Will Bless The Lord At All Times- Part 3 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 11, 2022

You and I can bless the Lord and gain the benefit of knowing One who is faithful in all of our situations and we will receive strength for our souls as we listen to the Word of God.

The next thing we are going to see is Chapter 2 verses 1 through 10: 1Again there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them to present himself before the Lord. 2 And the Lord said unto Satan, From whence comest thou? And Satan answered ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:1-2, Job 19:13-21, Job 2:1-10, Job 42:7-8, Deuteronomy 6:3-12, Psalm 103:2  (view more)  (view less)

What’s In Your Pocket. (Giving Out Of Love)

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 18, 2022

Not here’s my tithe, No, it’s God’s tithe. Your blessing can’t be stolen if you give it as unto the Lord. —You attitude in giving is everything.

What’s In Your Pocket. (Giving Out Of Love) Matthew 6:1-4TPT Every day, Glenn purchases his morning coffee at a nearby drive-through. And every day he also pays for the order of the person in the car behind him, asking the cashier to wish that person a good day. Glenn has no connection to them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4, Ezekiel 11:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanksgiving In Canaan Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 16, 2021

Thanksgiving Holiday: This message looks at two thanksgiving feasts that the Israelites were commanded to observe each year, in remembrance of God bringing them through their hardships in Egypt and the wilderness wanderings.

Many people think of Thanksgiving as a wonderful time of enjoying a long weekend, spending quality time with friends and family, and eating a great home-cooked meal with all the “fixings.” Perhaps some people view it as the start of the Christmas “holiday” season, with an opportunity to shop for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Greatly Appreciated

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 27, 2020

With social distancing, we've appreciated things like Face Time and Zoom. When businesses started opening up people appreciated them more than ever. But we shouldn't need separation in order to show appreciation.

GREATLY APPRECIATED To appreciate means to value something or somebody highly. On Wednesday night I asked, 'what have you come to appreciate more since COVID started'. Based on some of the answers it was clear that people are most appreciative of people and the things that helped them to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17, Romans 16:3-5, Psalm 51:10-12, Ecclesiastes 2:24-26, 1 John 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Provides (Harvest Talk - 2020)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 28, 2020

The God Who Provides (Harvest Talk) - Psalm 65 - (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). God of grace (vs 1-4). • (2). God of might (vs 5-8). • (3). God of plenty (vs 9-13). SERMON BODY: Ill: • According to the American radio and television writer Andy Rooney. • The two biggest sellers in any bookstore, are the cookbooks and the diet books. • The cookbooks ...read more

Denomination: Brethren