Sermons on Grateful Living:

The Superficial Thanksgiving

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 17, 2025

As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on the power and purpose of gratitude

(This is not an original work, I have expanded points to fit our congregation and my style of delivery) TITLE: THE SUPERFICIAL THANKSGIVING SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 18:9-14 As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on the power and purpose of gratitude. PSALM 92:1 says, “IT IS A GOOD THING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart Of Gratitude

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 25, 2019

A Thanksgiving message.

A Heart of Gratitude Psalm 103 I. David thanked God for His Forgiveness – verse 3 a. Forgiveness is the basis of all blessing b. Forgiveness leads to healing c. Forgiveness leads to redemption (vs 4) II. David thanks God for His Sufficiency – verse 4 a. Loving kindness and ...read more

Learning The Lesson Of Contentment

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 2, 2023

This is a message from a series I preached on Philippians.

Title: “Learning the Lesson of Contentment” Scripture: Phil. 4:10-13 Type: Expository series Where: GNBC 9-3-23 Intro: Listen to the words of the wisest and richest man who ever lived. He literally had “it all”. “These are the words of the Teacher,[a] King David’s son, who ruled in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

Things I'm Thankful For

Contributed by Gene Gregory on May 6, 2023

This is a non-traditional funeral message for my mom, for a largely Christian congregation

Funeral Mama’s - Things I’m Grateful For I have to admit, this funeral is a little more difficult than many I have done. And I’m not talking about it being difficult because of the emotions that are involved, rather I’m talking about it being difficult because I couldn’t decide what to say. When ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude Is The Best Attitude

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jul 3, 2013

If someone should ask you what is one thing that you can think of to thank Jesus for this morning? What would be your answer? What type of attitude do you have concerning His love for you?

Introduction If someone should ask you what is one thing that you can think of to thank Jesus for this morning? What would be your answer? Well for me, I want to thank Jesus for always being with me from my earliest existence until this present moment, if it were not for Him, I know that I would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving Meditation - Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 23, 2023

The psalm amplifies our privilege of access to God, our duty of thankfulness to God and the many wonderful reasons we must be joyful!

Today’s message is entitled: Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart Psalms 100: 1-6 “Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:41-42

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Showed Appreciation To Whom It Was Due

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Everyone needs to feel appreciated. It does not take long before people become discouraged if they are not acknowledged for their fine efforts. Jesus made a habit out of showing appreciation to those who it was due. One day, Jesus commended a tax collec

Everyone needs to feel appreciated. It does not take long before people become discouraged if they are not acknowledged for their fine efforts. Jesus made a habit out of showing appreciation to those who it was due. One day, Jesus commended a tax collector who humbled himself before God and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Glimpse Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Trae Durden on Nov 22, 2014

Take a glimpse into thanksgiving, and see the glory of the Cross being magnified by our praise! We all share moments that should remind us to life in constant gratitude for all God's blessings!

A Glimpse of Thanksgiving 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 The foundation of our gratitude is the Cross of Christ! It’s no wonder that Calvary is the blazing center of the glory of God! So, as we express gratefulness and awe inspired appreciation to God our Father, the agony of the Savior on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Thanks

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 24, 2020

No matter the circumstances, we are to give thanks.

Give Thanks November 22, 2020 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: No matter the circumstances, we are to give thanks. Focus Passage: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Supplemental Passage: A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth. Serve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

A G-Rated Life In An R-Rated World

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 2, 2004

This message is a call to holiness and purity.

“A G-RATED LIFE IN AN R-RATED WORLD” Eph. 5:1-14 INTRO – How do we live a G-rated life in an R-rated world? I’m not going to spend a great deal of time expounding all of the sick, depraved things that are going on in our world. Unless you’ve been living like an ostrich w/ your head stuck in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Be Grateful In All Circumstances?

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 22, 2023

Giving thanks in all circumstances, which means we give thanks when we are sick, facing severe family problems, and experiencing enormous life difficulties, is certainly not easy! But that is what the apostle Paul commanded us to do. Is it possible? How can we do that?

Illus.: A father in Phoenix calls his son in New York the day before Thanksgiving and says, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; forty years of misery is enough. "Dad, what are you talking about?" the son screams. We can't live ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 11:4, Matthew 10:29-30, 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Revelation 3:19, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shalom - I Have Every Reason To Be Grateful

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Shalom means “nothing missing, nothing broken”. It is having God’s unshakable promise that makes a man perfect, whole, complete and full. It does not mean you have everything, but that He is your Everything. Jesus Provides, Preserves, Protects, etc. For these, I am grateful.

SHALOM – WE HAVE EVERY REASON TO BE GRATEFUL Numbers 31: 48 Then the officers who were over the units of the army - the commanders of thousands and commanders of hundreds - went to Moses 49 and said to him, “Your servants have counted the soldiers under our command, and not one of them is missing. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 31:48-50

Denomination: Charismatic

The Art Of Thank You Hezekiah Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 6, 2016

We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn to say “Thank You” to Him and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart and others hearts! It can even transform our outlook on life and death.

Opening video from sermon spice: Thank You! Series: The Art of “Thank You” Thesis: We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn to say “Thank You” to Him and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart and others hearts! It can even transform our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankfulness Comes From A Very Grateful Heart

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 26, 2012

We need to see what God did for us.

Thankfulness comes from a very grateful heart 1st Cor.15: 57But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Don’t you think we should be more thankful for what God does for us everyday? If we have a grateful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57

Denomination: Baptist