Sermons on Gratitude And Thanksgiving:

The Joseph Principle

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 22, 2023

But that principle does not apply to the story of Joseph in Genesis. In fact, the example of how Joseph succeeded and was used by God is the opposite of the Peter Principle. It is enough different that it deserves its own name. It can be called the Joseph Principle.

Alba 6-30-13 THE JOSEPH PRINCIPLE Genesis 50:19-21 Have you heard of the Peter Principle? It was formulated by Laurence J. Peter and Raymond Hull in their 1969 book called The Peter Principle. The Peter Principle is a proposition that states that the members of an organization where promotion ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Heavenly Symphony.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2023

Washed white with the Blood of the Lamb.

A HEAVENLY SYMPHONY. Revelation 7:9-17. As in Revelation 5:11-14, the Lamb is the focus of the praises of the redeemed here in Revelation 7:9-10. We are presented with an innumerable number of worshippers, drawn from “every nation, tribes, peoples, and tongues” (Revelation 7:9). This numberless ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Peace Offering (Leviticus 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 25, 2024

Is there peace and fellowship between us and God, between Jew and Gentile, pictured in the old offerings? Let's look at Leviticus 3.

Does the peace offering show the high cost of peace? Does peace with God come through the shedding of blood? As a fellowship or thanksgiving offering, was this shared with God and the priests? Is Jesus our peace? Let’s look at Leviticus 3. We will later learn that a peace offering may have several ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

His Steadfast Love Endures Forever Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 23, 2024

Psalm 118:1-29 gives us several practical instructions about praising God for his steadfast love.

Introduction What was Martin Luther’s favorite psalm? You may say, as I thought, that it was Psalm 46. After all, Martin Luther wrote the great hymn “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God,” based on Psalm 46. But, if you said that Psalm 46 was Martin Luther’s favorite psalm, you and I would be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

So Walk In Him Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 21, 2026

Colossians 2:6-7 shows us how believers grow in Christ.

Introduction It was Easter Sunday in 1976. I attended an Easter Sunday Evening Worship Service at St. John’s Methodist Church in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. During that worship service, I heard the good news about God’s grace, found only in Jesus Christ. I knew myself to be a sinner and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Joyful Shout (Psalm 100)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 26, 2026

Will there be joyful shouts in the assembly of the saints?

Are we to become one joyful new nation in Christ Jesus? Let’s begin in Psalm 100. A Psalm of thanksgiving. (WEB) Once more are we reminded that it’s acceptable to shout to the Lord? Would we ever think to sing as we enter our churches each week, even if just in our minds? Make a joyful shout to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Can This Really Be A Happy New Year Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 15, 2015

Purpose, Christ's Love, New Life, Ambassadors

4 QUESTIONS FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Can This Really Be a Happy New Year? 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 January 7. 2023 Introduction: The Corinthians Church was filled with people who had a ton of baggage. And that baggage had a way of messing up spiritual health individually and in the church as a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Enemy And Our Warfare

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 4, 2024

As Christians, we are engaged in spiritual warfare with the Devil and the powers of darkness. We can only be victorious through the strength of God and the armour He provided.

Our Enemy and Our Warfare Study Text: Ephesians 6:10 - 18 Introduction: - The Bible made it clear that as Christians, we are engaged in a spiritual warfare which can only be won with the strength of the Lord and the spiritual weapons He provided for us. - Two notable things about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Davidic Covenant: God’s Grace Moves Us To Gratitude 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Apr 15, 2024

The Davidic Covenant was a covenant made with David that is fundamental to the future messianic reign of Christ in Jerusalem.

The Davidic Covenant: God’s Grace Moves Us to Gratitude 2 Samuel 7:1-29 The Davidic Covenant was a covenant made with David that is fundamental to the future messianic reign of Christ in Jerusalem. Jesus will one day reign for 1,000 years in the Millennial kingdom from Jerusalem. At the end of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Bible Church

The Guests Who Came To Dinner (October 15, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

This parable is about both God’s grace and the gratitude of those that God invites to His table.

THE GUESTS WHO CAME TO DINNER Text: Matthew 22:1 -14 Tell me if this sounds familiar? It dinner time, the meal is ready but everybody is distracted. Dad is watching a ball game and cheering loud. The daughter has on her head phones which is attached to her device, (iphone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Visionary View: Redeemed By His Blood Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023

May we live in gratitude for the freedom we've received and extend forgiveness to others

"Visionary View: Redeemed by His Blood" Today, let us dive into the powerful message found in Ephesians 1:7 from the New Living Translation: "He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins." The Price of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Communion Symbols PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance of the Lord's Supper, encouraging believers to approach it with reverence and gratitude.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It's a blessing to gather together once again. Today, we're going to turn our focus to 1 Corinthians 11, a passage that speaks of the Lord's Supper. This sacrament, this sacred act, is one that we, as believers, participate in regularly. But do we truly understand ...read more

Topics: Communion

Christmas Gifts: What Do You Get For The God Who Has Everything Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 16, 2002

What do you get for the person who has everything? It is the nagging question everyone faces when buying gifts. But, God has told us what kind of gifts He would be pleased with.

OPEN: Tom and Joe had been high school buddies, but when they grew up, Joe left town to find his fortune. He became a very successful salesman, but never married. One day, he returned to his hometown and met Joe in a local restaurant. They exchanged stories of how their lives had changed over the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Year-End Sermon - Remember. Forget.

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Dec 30, 2023

Even as we come the end of this year, let me remind two important things you need to do before you close this year. 1. Remember and be thankful 2. Forget your past and move on

We are in the last day and the last Sunday of the year 2023. Do you know this year started on a Sunday and is also ending on a Sunday. Jan 1 was a Sunday and Jan 31st is a Sunday. "the end of a thing is better than it’s beginning." (Ecc. 7:8) Normally at the end of the year we have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18, Deuteronomy 8:2, Luke 17:11-20, James 1:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Daniel 6:10, Luke 18:10-12, Colossians 3:13, Matthew 18:23-30, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Don't Forget To Say Thank You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of gratitude in understanding God's grace, finding joy in trials, and strengthening our faith through Jesus' teachings.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. We’re here today with hearts full of hope and spirits ready to receive the word of God. We are here to listen, to learn, and to grow in our faith. We are here to find comfort in the words of the Lord and to seek His guidance in our lives. G.K. Chesterton, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Grateful