Sermons on Meaning Of Thanksgiving:

Journeying With The Shepherd: Finding Peace And Provision In Psalm 23

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 3, 2023

Today, we embark on a journey through one of the most beloved and comforting passages of the Bible, Psalm 23. In this timeless psalm, King David beautifully expresses his deep trust and reliance on God as his Shepherd.

I. The Shepherd's Provision (Psalm 23:1-3): David begins this psalm by declaring, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Here, David acknowledges God's provision and care for him. Just as a shepherd takes care of his sheep, our Heavenly Father lovingly tends to our needs. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Continuing In Faith Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017

Message explores the importance of continuing in the faith. "The just shall live by faith" is stated four times in Scripture. What is its meaning, and what are the implications for us?

Heb. 10:38 5-7-16 #5 in Series: Grace Works! Intro “The just shall live by faith.” That statement is found four times in Scripture. It is the revelation that fueled the Protestant Reformation. It is the basis of Martin Luther’s understanding of justification by faith. The impact of that verse on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-38, Hebrews 12:1-2, 1 Timothy 4:13-16, Luke 22:31-32, Genesis 3:1-6, Habakkuk 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Living Under Authority Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 2, 2022

We see the governing mandate, its mission and its means. Human authorities are used by God to achieve His sovereign purposes. We submit to Him and live as good citizens.

I am not sure if you noticed this, we are always living under some kind of authority in life. • As children, we live under the authority of our parents. In schools, our teachers. At work, our superiors. In church, pastors and leaders. As citizens, our government. • None of these authorities is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-15, 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Good Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Sep 12, 2018

The reason we shout for joy, the reason we worship Him with gladness, the reason we enter His Presence with thanksgiving, the reason we give thanks to Him and praise His name is that "the Lord is good and His steadfast love endures forever. His faithfulness continues through all generations.”

One of my favorite novels is Daniel Defoe’s “Robinson Crusoe.” You know, it’s sad how we’ve taken great novels like “Robinson Crusoe,” “Gulliver’s Travels,” “Moby Dick,” or “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” and relegated them to children’s stories. We’ve done the same with Samson and Goliath in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Seeing God - Psalm 63:2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 7, 2025

Three kinds of worship: Joy in seeing God, longing for that joy, or repentance over indifference. But what does "seeing God" really mean?

Review Last time we took a brief look at v.2, where David spoke of his experience in the sanctuary. We found the focus was not on what he offered God, but what he received from God. 2 Therefore I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. 3 Because your love is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:2

Praying In Times Of Crisis

Contributed by John Gaither on Feb 1, 2003

This sermon is re-edited from Timothy Peck’s sermon about 9-11-01 to the Space shuttle Columbia explosion on 2-1-03. It has meaning to any tragedy.

Praying in Times of Crisis This sermon is re-edited from Timothy Peck’s sermon about 9-11-01 to the Space shuttle Columbia explosion on 2-1-03. It has meaning to any tragedy. TEXT: Matthew 6:11 - 5 "And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giving Thanks Is A Choice!

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 10, 2024

Is it possible to give thanks in all circumstances? Yes, gratitude is a choice of attitude and is not determined by our life circumstances.

Introduction:1 Chronicles 16:34 tells us: “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” I read the story of a man who was accused of a crime he didn’t commit, and because he didn’t have fancy lawyers, he went to prison. He spent 19 years there, and although he didn’t do what ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-21, Habakkuk 3:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Matthew 26:26, Psalm 77:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stressed Out Or Prayed Up? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 19, 2020

Stress and Anxiety have increased due to COVID-19 and the contentious political divide. Message processes influence of stress and offers biblical solutions.

Today I want to address a PROBLEM we all face: stress and anxiety.i This year, 2020 has been a stressful year. The pandemic has affected the whole world. Economic pressures have increased for families and businesses. Social distancing and isolation have interfered with normal human interaction. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26, Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 12:3, Matthew 7:7-8, Matthew 6:25-34, 2 Peter 1:3, Jeremiah 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Shrek -- Ugliness Series

Contributed by Chris Thron on Sep 8, 2002

The movie ‘Shrek’ is about ugliness. By ‘ugly’, I don’t just mean appearance, I mean something about them makes them unattractive to others, made fun of by others, don’t like about themselves, makes them feel inferior. Prayer: Father, we lift ou

Shrek Introduction (before movie). Read –Phi 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was in Christ Jesus, To whom, though himself in the form of God, it did not seem that to take for oneself was to be like God; But he made himself as nothing, taking the form of a servant, being made like men; And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pattern Of Worship, Part 2: Truthful Worship Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 14, 2009

True worshippers worship God in spirit and in truth. Last time we focused on what it means to worship God in spirit. Today we’re going to look at what it means to worship God in truth. Even though we’re looking at them separately, it’s not just about one

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Once again, this morning we’re focusing on these few verses in the account of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. You remember that as Jesus was presenting the Gospel to the woman, He showed her her sin. And as He showed her her sin, she was ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus & The Law Series

Contributed by Charl Swart on Feb 21, 2016

Jesus said that He did not come to abolish The law, but to fulfill it. Does thsi mean that the Mosaic law is still apllicable to us? Do we still have to adhere to it? What did He mean by fulfilling The Law and if He did fulfill it HOW did He do it?

INTRODUCTION We are busy with a series on “The Sermon on the Mount”. We are at part 4 of the series this morning, called Jesus and the Law. We already looked at the content and theme of the sermon, being “The Gospel of the Kingdom of Heaven” We already looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Through In The Towel

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Mar 28, 2014

Have you ever felt like throwing in the towel? Do you know what it means to throw in the towel? It means to quit or to give up. Have you ever felt like your situation was so hopeless that the only thing you could possibly do was quit and never look back?

(I preached this message with a towel over my shouder) Prayer: Father, Open my eyes so I can see Your truth. Open my ears so I can hear Your voice. Open my mind so I can understand Your Word. And open my heart so I may receive all that You want me to receive. EXPL:Job justifies his complaints. Job ...read more

Scripture: Job 6:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Crucified & Risen

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 31, 2013

Paul tells us that having received Christ as Savior, he was crucified with Christ. Can you say that? Do you understand what that means? It’s more than just saying “He died for me”. It means so much more to be crucified and risen.

Crucified & Risen with Christ Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. When Jesus died on Calvary's Cross, He bore the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation # 1 Rev. 1: Intro: - 4-18 Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 25, 2010

Today I’ll try and lay a foundation to build on as we start. From what we read, we’re told that it was pinned down about “95-96 A.D.” It was never God’s intention to hold back the meaning of the Revelation, but to show and to make known it’s meaning.

REVELATION # 1 REV. 1: INTRO: - 4-18-09 Today we’ll began a study of the book of the “REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST” ***and I’m sure we’ll be here awhile but we’re in no hurry. Today I’ll try and lay a foundation to build on as we start. From what we read, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Part 35: Why God Says To Sing A New Song Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 21, 2025

God tells us to sing new songs... 1. Because we have new hearers (vs. 1-4). 2. Because we have new harmonies (vs. 4-6). 3. Because we have new hearts (vs. 1-3, 9-13). [1] Having new hearts means having new hope. [2] Having new hearts means having new holiness.

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 35: Why God Says to Sing a New Song Psalm 96:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 21, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Today our focus is again on worship. And nothing is more important in Christian life than heartfelt worship of the LORD! God the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Baptist