Sermons on Musician Appreciation:

Thanksgiving-The Forgotten Holiday

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 19, 2018

It is just me or is the focus on Christmas happening earlier and earlier as the years go by? Years ago you didn't see anything Christmas until after Thanksgiving. Now the attention on Christmas starts before Halloween. What we can do to give Thanksgiving the attention it deserves?

THANKSGIVING-THE FORGOTTEN HOLIDAY It is just me or is the focus on Christmas happening earlier and earlier as the years go by? Years ago you didn't see anything Christmas until after Thanksgiving. Now the attention on Christmas starts before Halloween. And let's not forget Christmas in July; as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:1, Proverbs 15:17, Deuteronomy 8:10-14, Psalm 100:4-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Profiter Des Gens Qui Nous Entourent Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Jul 3, 2019

Cette série traite de la façon de se réjouir malgré les circonstances, malgré les problèmes.

BIEN VIVRE NOTRE VIE : PROFITER DES GENS QUI NOUS ENTOURENT Philippiens 1:3-11 Philippiens est un livre personnel. Il nous parle le plus de Paul. C'est une lettre personnelle. C'est aussi une lettre pra-tique. Il s'agit de beaucoup de problèmes dans la vie auxquels nous sommes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

29 - Paul The People Person Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 16, 2021

This is the 29th of 30th Studies on the Book of Romans

Romans 16:1-2 I commend to you Phoebe our sister, who is a servant of the church in Cenchrea, 2 that you may receive her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her in whatever business she has need of you; for indeed she has been a helper of many and of myself also. This chapter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Celebrating A Faithful Shepherd!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 24, 2022

The Shepherd is a God-called, anointed person who is charged with feeding, protecting, leading, and admonishing the sheep under his care. He is a gift from God. Jer 3:15 “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.”

Sermon: Celebrating a Faithful Shepherd! Scripture: 1Thes 5:12-13 “Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the Lord’s work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual guidance. 13 Show them great respect and wholehearted love because of their work. And live peacefully ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Methodist

It’s Party Time

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 22, 2025

I really love the message translation which says Call me and I’ll answer, be at your side in bad times; I’ll rescue you, then throw you a party.”

Psalms 91:14 - Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. 15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. I really love the message translation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Value Calvary?

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on May 18, 2025

Calvary is not just a story we read at Easter and put back on a shelf until next year. We should make time each day to remember it in its full meaning.

How Do You Value Calvary? By: Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. How do we measure value? 1. Money or the Luxury a. Houses – gated communities b. Cars – Cadillacs, Mercedes, Rolls, Lexus c. Watches – Rolexes 2. Sentimentality (Eyes of the Owner) a. Grandma’s quilt b. Grandpa’s shotgun c. Old ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Joyful Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To encourage us to acknowledge God's goodness, express gratitude for His mercy, and celebrate His faithfulness in our lives, making Him the hero of our stories.

Hey there, church family. Today, we are going to dive into the heart of gratitude and acknowledgement of God's goodness, mercy, and faithfulness. We're going to explore how we can express our gratitude for God's mercy, and celebrate His faithfulness in our lives. Here's a beautiful quote from Randy ...read more

Topics: Appreciating, God's Goodness

Sermon: Valuing, Praying, And Appreciating People Around Us By Pst. Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Nov 10, 2025

Remember that everyone in your life has a reason and a purpose, whether they bring joy or challenge. Value them, pray for them, and appreciate them. By doing this, we not only grow in our faith, but we also reflect the love and grace of Christ to the world around us.

Sermon: Valuing, Praying, and Appreciating People Around Us Beloved, God has granted us the freedom to choose our friends, but it is God who selects our neighbors. We don't get to choose the people we find ourselves surrounded by at work or in our communities; God places them in our lives for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Uplifting The Weary: A Tribute To Clergy SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God’s word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we read...

Pastor appreciation is important. The Bible tells us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, it says, "Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Topics: Encouragement, Clergy Appreciation

Expressing Gratitude To Our Pastor SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Understanding and expressing our appreciation for our Pastor in a way that aligns with Biblical teachings.

What does the Bible say about our Pastor? In order to understand the role of a Pastor in today's world, we need to approach it from a biblical perspective. Many people have misconceptions about the Pastor's role, referring to them as an "Employee of the Church" or a "Team Manager." However, these ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Topics: Church Purpose, Appreciation

How To Respond To Those Who Fail To Appreciate You 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Throughout history some of the greatest people have been the least appreciated. Even worse, some of the most deserving people have been misunderstood, despised and rejected by those they tried to serve. Moses was a noble man of God who qualified as one of

1. Throughout history some of the greatest people have been the least appreciated. Even worse, some of the most deserving people have been misunderstood, despised and rejected by those they tried to serve. Moses was a noble man of God who qualified as one of histories most under appreciated heroes. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

(Section 3) Pastor's Appreciation- Pastor Conard Profitt Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

Some Pastors pick themselves as a minister, but God must give the gift to lead the church.

PASTOR'S APPRECIATION- Pastor Conard Profitt Introduction MINISTER'S ULCERS Nearly every businessman complains of at least one ulcer. Think how many ulcers the poor businessman would have if he worked under the same circumstances as the average minister! "Just suppose, Mr. Businessman, that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

(Section 5) Pastor Appreciation -Pastor Winston Mcclurg Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

Pastors should be appreciated daily as they do their work. There should be especially one day when they are recognized.

PASTORS –Pastor Winston McClurg I. GOD A. His Plan 1. Salvation Is God’s Will II Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” 2. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:2, Romans 5:8, Jeremiah 3:15, Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Make It In Life, I Need To Give Encouragement And Appreciation

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 23, 2018

We miss out on blessings from God and from others when we fail to willingly give out encouragement and appreciation. Barnabus, The Son of Encouragment should be the example for us to follow.

To Make It In Life In Need To Give Encouragement & Appreciation Luke 17:11-19 Acts 4:32-37 10/21/2018 If you want to get more out of life, there are two traits that you will need to be a blessing and to be more blessed. Is there anyone here who does not want to receive all the blessings that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Caring For Godly Leadership - Pastor's Appreciation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 14, 2022

What do you do when you’re faced with opposition? Who do you tell? How do you develop the strength to keep pushing, even when it feels like everything is working against you? David would become Israel’s greatest king, but now he tired.

Sermon – Caring for Godly Leadership Scripture Lesson: 2 Samuel 23:8 -17 “These are the names of David’s mightiest warriors. The first was Jashobeam (people will return) the Hacmonite, who was leader of the Three—the three mightiest warriors among David’s men. He once used his spear to kill 800 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-17, 1 Samuel 22:1-2, Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Methodist