Sermons on Gratitude And Thanksgiving:

Attitudes

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Nov 10, 2015

As a Thanksgiving message, this is a look at attitudes

Introduction One lady writes, I tell you, men drivers are a hazard to traffic. Driving to work this morning on Highway 11 from Albert Street, I looked over to my left and there's this man in a Mustang doing 95 miles per hour with his face up next to his rear view mirror.... shaving!!! I looked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

Give Thanks

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 12, 2014

Canadian Thanksgiving message 2014

Dakota Community Church October 12, 2014 Give Thanks Jeremiah 9:23-24 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, 24 but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Mennonite

Abounding Gratitude

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

Both grace and gratitude are freely given. They’re not something that you can manufacture or work up. They have to be freely given.

Great are Your tender mercies, O Lord; Revive me according to Your judgments. - Psalm 119:156. This week also, we continued to meditate on the theme of gratitude. The gratitude attitude—and what a difference it makes in our lives.We'll look at what it means to be a grateful person, and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:156

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm Of Thankfulness

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002

This Psalm is rich in gratitude for "Who" God is and "What" He has done.

Psalm of Thanksgiving Psalm 30:1 ¶ A psalm. A song. For the dedication of the temple. Of David. I will exalt you, O LORD, for you lifted me out of the depths and did not let my enemies gloat over me. 2 O LORD my God, I called to you for help and you healed me. 3 O LORD, you brought me up from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 9, 2018

The Invitation, Motivation and Celebration of Thanksgiving

THANKSGIVING Have you ever met someone who just seemed impossible to please. A large dog walks into a butcher shop carrying a purse in its mouth. He puts the purse down and sits in front of the meat case. "What is it, boy?" the butcher jokingly asks. "Want to buy some meat?" "Woof!" barks the dog. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Thanksgiving Through Thanks-Living

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Our benefits and blessings are so great, and our ability to express our gratitude so inadequate, that we sometimes question if we are really thankful at all.

Sir, Michael Costa, a famous composer and conductor from Naples, was once rehearsing with a vast array of instruments, and hundreds of voices. With the thunder of the organ; the role of the drums; the sounding of the horns, and the clashing of the symbols, the mighty chorus rang out. The piccolo ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Thanksgiving

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

This psalm moves us to a greater spirit of thanksgiving in our worship.

Psalm 100 Thanksgiving 11/23/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction We are taking a break from our 1 Corinthian series to consider the subjects of thanksgiving and Christ’s birth. These are fun themes and I hope you will be moved to a greater spirit of thanksgiving during this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Michael Belcher on Nov 19, 2001

The powerful lesson of gratefulness as taught in the account of the 10 lepers.

Introductory: Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Instantly they darted toward the nearest fence. The storming bull followed in hot pursuit, and it was soon apparent they wouldn’t make it. Terrified, the one shouted to the other, "Put up a prayer, John. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Luke 17:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Stewardship Is Gratitude Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 26, 2010

This message seeks to get communicate that stewardship as a follower of Christ flows from an attitude of gratitude towards God and His work in our lives!

NUTS AND BOLTS ABOUT STEWARDSHIP STEWARDSHIP IS GRATITUDE PROPOSITION: That we would all understand that stewardship as a follower of Christ flows from an attitude of gratitude towards God and His work in our lives! Proverbs 3:1-10 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What We Should Be Thankful For… (Thanksgiving)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 16, 2022

A man gave a little child a piece of candy. The mother was embarrassed, because the child immediately stuck the candy in his mouth and ate it, and did not say thanks.

The Mother immediately said, “What do you say to the nice man who gave you a piece of candy?” The little boy seemed somewhat puzzled as to what she was wanting him to say, but suddenly a smile came on his face, as if he finally realized what she wanted him to say, and he said, “Can I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:50

Denomination: Baptist

A Generous Heart Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 18, 2009

Our love is expressed in generosity. Our generosity ensures that we will more marvelously reflect the God who created us.

1 John 4:13-21 “A Generous Heart” INTRODUCTION Living a life without limits, and being transformed into that life is all based on love. Without love there is only a shadow of life and certainly no great actions of faith or courage. Unfortunately, love is not as common as we assume it is. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Give Thanks To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring love of God, encouraging gratitude for His grace, learning from His goodness, and glorifying His greatness.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a wonderful day to be here together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? A day to gather, to reflect, and to give thanks for the boundless grace, goodness, and greatness of our God. Today, we have the privilege of turning to the book of Psalms, specifically ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving

Giving Thanks To God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 10, 2023

Encourages us to live with gratitude, recognizing God's deeds in our lives, and expressing thanksgiving in every season, not just in good times.

Good morning, everyone. It's a blessing to be here. Today, we gather under the banner of hope. Hope that fills our hearts. Hope that lights our path. Hope that's found in God. We turn our hearts to a verse from the book of Psalms. Psalms 95:2. It says, "Let us come before him with thanksgiving and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:2

Topics: Thanksgiving

Praying With Joy! Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

Is prayer a first response to you? Or is it a last resort? Do you pray in an attitude of gratitude? Or are you always grumbling? When you pray, do you make sure that God receives the glory, & not you?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This morning I would like for us to go back nearly 2,000 years to the city of Rome. It is an exciting time to be in Rome, a metropolis of gladiators, chariots, & palaces. But we’re not going to stop at the coliseum or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Are The Nine Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 18, 2010

There is grace that was essential, God that was exalted, and gratitude that was expected!

I. GRACE THAT WAS ESSENTIAL – THIS IS SEEN IN THE PETITION OF THE TEN. II. GOD THAT WAS EXALTED – THIS IS SEEN IN THE PRAISE OF ONE. A. A PERSONAL Expression B. A PROPER Expression III. GRATITUDE THAT WAS EXPECTED – THIS IS SEEN IN THE PROBLEM WITH THE NINE. A. We see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Baptist