Sermons on Holiday Stress:

Come To The Table - Thanksgiving Communion

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 23, 2006

Includes 7 things we ought to bring with us as we approach the greatest dinner table of all time. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

Come To The Table John 6; I Corinthians 10-11 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ComeToTheTable.html ----- On Thursday of this week we all had one thing in common: we couldn’t wait to be told: “Come to the table!” This morning, Jesus has set the table and is inviting us, “Come to My Table.” John ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Path To A Thankful Attitude

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 24, 2006

There is a path we can walk so that we can develop a thankful attitude.

INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE #1 „X It is the time of the year that we are called to focus in on things we are to be thankful about. „X I know at times is can seem hard for us to have a thankful attitude because of things that seem to happen around us. „X Things get tough and we seem to lose sight of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving Thanks To God

Contributed by Robbie Shivar on Nov 24, 2006

The redeemed can give thanks to God for five reasons.

Introduction: Seven Things to Be Thankful For 1. For automatic dishwashers—they make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family come in for their after-dinner snacks. 2. For husbands who attack small repair jobs around the house—they usually make them big enough to call in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When Christ Moves Graciously

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 25, 2006

When Christ acts graciously on your behalf, He expects you to express a proper attitude of thanksgiving.

Turn Your Bibles to Luke 17:11-19 Title: When Christ Moves Graciously Theme: Expressing Proper Thanksgiving to the Lord Jesus Introduction: Jesus Christ never sinned and His life was not characterized by an ill temper. The passages of Scripture I am about to read hold the account of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Thankful Man

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 26, 2006

At Thanksgiving we should be like the One Thankful Man (Leper)

One Thankful Man Luke 17:11-19 INTRO: Thanksgiving in the Bible Mentioned 140 Times Thankful David (Psalms 103) Thankful Daniel (Daniel 6:10) Thankful Paul (I Thess. 5:18) Lessons on Thankfulness from a Leper Jesus meets ten lepers One of them will son be a thankful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Connecting With God Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 26, 2006

Epilogue to the four message series on Treasure Principles. This message is about the importance of giving thanks and was preached the Sunday following Thanksgiving

Treasure Principles Connecting With God Habit of Life A thankful spirit is one of the key distinguishing marks of a Christian. It sets us apart from the world, it makes us different. In 21st-century America, we live in an entitlement culture. We have so much wealth as a society that we tend to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Your Thanks

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 27, 2006

We can all agree that it is important to spend time with our families and enjoy Thanksgiving Day. But more importantly it is for you to remember to GIVE YOUR THANKS.

GIVE YOUR THANKS – (.a.k.a.) GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD – Sermon Central <Power Point available upon request> We have much to be thankful for this time of the year. Sometimes, we get so busy with all the cooking, and eating, and (then) sleeping off our turkey and dressing that we forget that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Nature Of Thankfulness

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Nov 28, 2006

To show what true thankfulness for all of God’s blessings looks like.

INTRODUCTION -ILL: Thanksgiving Prayer One Thanksgiving season a family was seated around their table, looking at the annual holiday bird. From the oldest to the youngest, they were to express their praise. When they came to the 5-year-old in the family, he began by looking at the turkey and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:1-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lest We Forget

Contributed by David Rogers on May 9, 2005

This is a sermon for memorial day or homecoming services. It talks about us remembering who the master is and who is the servant.

Lest We Forget Hebrews 12:1-2 Good morning. I want to welcome everyone here today. It is a wonderful day when we all can return to the church were we grew up in and see old friends and family that we may not have seen in a long time. Memorial Day is a tool that we can use to help us remember ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"Abram: The Altar Builder" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 24, 2005

How we can rebuild the altars in our life that have fallen into disrepair.

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist May 29, 2005 Graduation Sunday Memorial Day Sunday “Abram: The Altar Builder” Genesis 12:7-9 INTRODUCTION: Throughout the Old Testament people built altars to offer sacrifices, a ritual through which the Hebrew people offered the blood or flesh of an animal ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:7-9

Denomination: Methodist

Always?!

Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 25, 2005

The gratitude God gives changes my perspective about life.

Always?! Philippians 4:4-8 (New International Version) 4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Remembering

Contributed by Mike Turner on May 26, 2005

A sermon for Memorial Day or on the subject of important things to remember !

Remembering John 15:13 ILL. Maybe you heard about a guy named John who had a really horrible memory. One day John ran into a friend whom he had not seen in a long time. He greeted him & said, “Bill, do you remember what a bad memory I had?” Bill answered, “Yes, I certainly do.” “Well, it’s not ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day

Contributed by John Gerald on May 27, 2005

Things we should remember!

MEMORIAL DAY 2005 I. BRING TO REMEMBRANCE De 32:7 Remember the days of old, consider the years of many generations: ask thy father, and he will shew thee; thy elders, and they will tell thee. The youth have not seen all that their elders have seen. The stories must be told them over and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Nation Remembers

Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 29, 2005

This sermon details the cause of America’s distance from God - all in a context of remembering: the fallen soldiers; our Godly forefathers, and of course, remembering Jesus, our Christ.

Tomorrow, we will celebrate our nation’s Memorial Day. That is the day we set apart to honor those who have died in the defense of our great nation. Those who gave their all so that we could have it all. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice, so that we might not have to. As we look back into ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:6-8

Denomination: *other

How To Be A Faithful Soldier In God's Army

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2003

This message explores some of the key concepts in being a "good soldier of Jesus Christ."

- Veteran’s Day. HOW TO BE A FAITHFUL SOLDIER IN GOD’S ARMY: OUR SITUATION AS SOLDIERS: 1. There is a war going on. - 1 Timothy 6:12 - “Fight the good fight of faith. . .” - 2 Timothy 4:7. 2. It is a spiritual battle. - Ephesians 6:12 - “For we do not wrestle against flesh and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist