Sermons on Forever Grateful:

The Word Speaks Louder Than Actions Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2009

Has God really rejected Israel forever? It’s a touchy subject, but one Paul deals with strongly in these chapters. If God has not cast them away forever, then how do they, and us, reach God? By the Word.

We’ve been talking about Israel. There are many believe that God has turned His back on those who were His people. I believe Romans 9-11 provide proof that this is not the case. Paul was so concerned about his brethren that if would have become accursed if they would come to faith. He continues ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Word Study: Healing

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 17, 2014

To show that GOD heals yesterday, today and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) Hebrews 13:8 (Amplified Bible) 13:8 Jesus Christ (the Messiah) is [always] the same, yesterday, today, [yes] and forever (to the ages).

I. EXORDIUM: Are you healed? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD heals yesterday, today and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) Hebrews 13:8 (Amplified Bible) 13:8 Jesus Christ (the Messiah) is [always] the same, yesterday, today, [yes] and forever (to the ages). IV. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Faith Is, What Faith Isn't Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 20, 2017

Today, let’s look at the motivation for gratefulness Paul lists: the Colossians’ faith and love, which are both based on their hope in the truth of the Good News. Today, we’ll focus on FAITH

3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God’s people— 5 the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven and about which you have already heard in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6

Denomination: *other

The Charge

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

There is a charge on our lives to recognize God’s calling. Once we recognize this calling we will be grateful that he was merciful to us when we were sinners.

“THE CHARGE” I Timothy 1:12-20 January 28, 2009 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper Introduction: I. THE TRUST(vs. 12-14) (Be thankful) A. Jesus enabled me 1. I give thanks for His power 2. He enabled me to preach His Gospel 3. His grace was abundant and overflowing with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ultimate Thanksgiving

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 17, 2009

November 1989: We are at bottom grateful for spiritual values rather than material ones. Ultimate thanksgiving will be to sing praises in a global community and in recognition of our deliverance.

On the surface, Thanksgiving seems like a holiday designed to celebrate the American experience of material fulfillment. On the surface, at least, it would appear that what we do at Thanksgiving is to celebrate our wealth, our material prosperity, and our achievements. We indulge in an orgy of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

In The Almighty Dollar We Trust

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 29, 2019

Our world focuses on more, more, more. Paul, in his letter to young pastor Timothy, coaches contentment, gratefulness, and sharing, building up riches in heaven.

1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 In the Almighty Dollar We Trust People who trap animals in Africa for zoos in the Western world say that one of the hardest animals to catch is the ring-tailed monkey. For the local Zulus, though, it’s fairly simple. They know the monkeys love the seeds of a locally grown ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 13:5, Deuteronomy 8:18, Luke 12:15, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Rediscovering Gratitude Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 28, 2024

When we understand our worth in God's eyes, we can be grateful for the many blessings that come our way, no matter how small.

Rediscovering Gratitude Introduction: When we understand our worth in God's eyes, we can be grateful for the many blessings that come our way, no matter how small. Scripture Mark 10:46-52 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers It’s easy to overlook the small blessings that surround ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Other

Our Joy And God's Completion

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Nov 16, 2025

Paul reminds us that true joy comes from trusting a faithful God who begins, sustains, and completes His transforming work in all who follow Christ with grateful hearts.

Our Joy and God’s Completion Good MORNING. Last week, we left Paul sitting in that Roman prison, as an ambassador in chains. Well, he’s still sitting there this week, though the guards have changed. New soldiers come in, and Paul keeps right on evangelizing them while writing a new letter to a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus, Our Passover Part Ii: Once And For All, Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 23, 2014

"She did not live much longer in mortal form after she was saved, but she will live forever in the arms of Jesus. The blood transfusions she received helped to prolong her life here for a while; but the blood of Jesus Christ, was forever."

Moving forward in time from the prior message in Genesis, we now land in Egypt during the time of Moses. The nation of Israel had become bound in slavery to the Egyptian Pharaoh. Moses, who had been raised in the house of the king as one of his sons, had run off because he had murdered an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

At The End Of The Day

Contributed by Rev. Robert Walsh on May 20, 2017

When all the dust settles, the final result just may just surprise us. Don't be taken aback if the final outcome is different than what you suspect. God is forever in control and He will reign forever and ever.

We’ll be beginning our message Scripture right at the beginning of Genesis, Chapter 3 (pg. 4 of Pew Bible) in a few moments so if you’ll turn there, we start with a word of prayer. Throughout our daily speech and even through the common talk of the sidewalks of this great country we call America, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking Back To Happiness

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 16, 2003

A sermon for Seekers and believers to find the secret of happiness in 1) seeking (God, not happiness) 2) Running (the race, not casually walking) 3)throwing off (anything that hinders)

¡§Walking back to happiness¡¨ WBC 18/5/03am 1 Cor 9:24-27 Baptism of Lou Beamish, Walk Wessex present (after ¡§remember your chains¡¨) Classified AD From ¡§The Hayward¡¨, Calif. Review: "Found, false teeth, in parking lot at Daily Review. Please come in and smile at the switchboard operator, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Measure Upon Measure – Death – The Restoration Of God - Part 10 (Section 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 5, 2025

In this smaller message we look at the way Christ died for the sins of the world to redeem and restore what Adam lost. Jesus Christ is the Passover Lamb and fulfils the two goats on the Day of Atonement. His death for the whole world has brought eternal redemption and salvation.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – DEATH – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 10 (Section 2) I am doing a presentation on the results of sin that entered the human race. There are six consequences of that sin I am outlining, and we began DEATH in the last message with Serenity Ruined in the Garden through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Exodus 12:13, 1 Corinthians 5:7, John 3:14-15, Hebrews 9:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sin Of Thanklessness

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jun 12, 2006

Possibly the greatest sin of the church in America in this generation is the failure to be grateful for the blessings that we have. The Scripture commands us to have thankful hearts, but it is the Spirit that gives us the perspective whereby we experience

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA June 11, 2006 The Sin of Thanklessness 1 Thess 5:18 “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” Rom 1:21-22 “Because that, when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoying God

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 14, 2003

What is the chief end of man, asks the Shorter Catechism? To enjoy God and glorify Him forever!

Psalm 73:23-28 Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:23-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith That Presses On

Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Aug 9, 2001

Do you have the faith to press on through the crowd, to come into the presence of Jesus, and be changed forever?

Faith that Presses On Matt 9:20-22 As always, in order for us to get the whole account of what is going on in an event in the life of Christ, it is often necessary for us to travel to the other gospels for help. You can find this story in the gospel of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Denomination: Baptist