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We need to be thankful.
Greg Anderson, in Living Life on Purpose, tells a story about a man whose wife had left him. He was completely depressed. He had lost faith in himself, in other people, in God--he found no joy in living. One rainy morning this man went to a small neighborhood restaurant for breakfast. Although ...read more
Scripture: Luke 17:11-19
Denomination: Methodist
This is Bel Aire's Thanksgiving Service with 3 of our Mission Churches.
Series: Thanksgiving [2024] SHOW GOD GRATITUDE Luke 17:11-19 Song: "Enemy’s Camp" Song: "Can You Believe" Song: "Look What The Lord Has Done" Welcome & Prayer Baptism Songs: Filadelfia Praise Team Luke 17:11-19 (English and Spanish) Introduction: What an ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
The third in a series of four sermons entitled, ‘Prayer as a Second Language’
This past week, our elementary, middle, and high school students joined with thousands of other Indiana students in taking the ISTEP test. I have not heard a great deal of thankfulness from my two for the test but I sense there has been a great deal of thankfulness for the conclusion of the test. ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5
Denomination: Church Of God
We can learn to express thanks to God regardless of the circumstances. Our hearts should overflow with gratitude to the One who made us and knows us by name.
Spilling Over with Gratitude Colossians 2:6-7 6 Now that you have welcomed the Anointed One, Jesus the Lord, into your lives, continue to journey with Him and allow Him to shape your lives. 7 Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7
Denomination: Assembly Of God
God help us not be prideful about what we've accomplished but rather reflect a spirit of gratitude.
Introduction: You have a problem * God's ways work I teach how to handle money according to what the Bible says as best I can figure out. I've done that for approaching 30 years now. I've studied the Scriptures. I've had all the arguments. I've had all the criticisms. I have all the people in ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:38
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
An Attitude of Gratitude doesn’t come automatically, it must be chosen and cultivated.
Develop and Attitude of Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:18 A woman was visiting some people who lived on a farm, and she noticed a pig limping in the backyard with a wooden leg. She asked the farmer, "What happened to the pig?" The farmer said, "Oh, Betsy is a wonderful pig. One night the house ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18-24
Denomination: Wesleyan
A Thanksgiving season sermon about gratitude.
Intro The story is told of two old friends bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What has the world done to you, my old friend?" The sad fellow said, "Let me tell you. Three weeks ago, an uncle died and left me ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 6:13
This sermon emphasizes gratitude as a spiritual discipline, encouraging believers to consciously appreciate God's blessings and express thanks in all circumstances. Key
Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, to open our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. We are here to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, to offer our praises, and to seek wisdom from the Lord. Today, we turn our focus to a topic that is ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 8:15-20
Topics: Gratitude, Expressing Gratitude, God
We all need gratitude because gratitude is one of those things that God has designed to keep us centered in our lives.
Do you know the difference between gratitude and gratefulness? Gratitude is something inside of your heart. Gratefulness is something you do. Or thankfulness is something you do. When you have gratefulness or you have thankfulness, those are really exercises that build gratitude inside of hearts. ...read more
Scripture: John 12:1-11
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Thankfulness is like a magnet it draws Gods attention to us, and it brings good things to us. One of the saddest things that can happen to a christian is to lose their thankful heart.
1 Thess. 5:18 In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 2 Tim 3:1-5 (Un thankful) Having a form of Godliness but denying the power thereof, ( We are surrounded today by a spiritual atmosphere of un thankfulness. Lu. 17:11-19 One (Of ten lepers) with a ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 100:4
Denomination: Pentecostal
Part 4 in series on restoring the joy in the Christian life. This message focuses on thankfulness. Suitable for Thanksgiving. Expanded outline.
RESTORING THE JOY Part 4: Developing an attitude of gratitude Bob James of Paint Rock, Texas, had a problem with stinging ants in his yard. He laid a small portion of poison around their mound. Thinking the tiny granules of poison were food, the ants began to pick them up and carry them ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 20:17
Having an attitude of gratitude begins with contentment which is found through trusting God and keeping in constant prayer to Him.
Have the Attitude of Gratitude 112209 AM Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Philippians 4:6 I have no doubt that everyone is aware that this is the week of Thanksgiving Day. Many of us are looking forward to the day, perhaps having a day or two off from work. Thanksgiving Day is not the usual Holiday for ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
There are certain things that parents try to teach their children as they are growing up. And we usually focus on two things. Their actions and their words.
“An Attitude of Gratitude” Luke 17:11-19 There are certain things that parents try to teach their children as they are growing up. And we usually focus on two things. Their actions and their words. Their manners. We taught our children to say “yes sir” and “no sir,” “yes ma’am no ma’am.” Please ...read more
Gratefulness towards God.
LIVING IN A SPIRIT OF GRATITUDE 1 Chronicles 16:34 Introduction: Gratefulness should characterize all of us, not just on special holidays but every day of our lives. You may have things bad but things could be worse. I. BE GRATEFUL FOR THE GOODNESS OF GOD 1 Chronicles 16:34 says, "O give thanks ...read more
Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:34
Psalm 126 captures the Israelites' thanksgiving for God's miraculous provision in the past, their need for God now, and their faith that God will come through for them in the future. It is our song as well: God has done great things for us!
Psalm 126 Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude What’s the worst thing that ever happened to you? Think for a moment about that. Some of you will undoubtedly think about losing a spouse or losing a child or grandchild, and the void left in your heart. Some will think about going to war. Some might ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Romans 8:28, 1 Corinthians 6:20
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