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Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

Thanksgiving is a day which is recognized by the United States Government to give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes - it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you clearly see that it was about giving thanks to the Lord for all

Give Thanks Thesis: Thanksgiving is a day which is recognized by the United States Government to give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes - it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you clearly see that it was about giving thanks to the Lord for all his divine provision ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Reasons For Christian Gratitude

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 1, 2013

We can be grateful to God: 1. for His forgiveness (vs. 1&2). 2. for our fellowship (vs. 3-5 & 7-8). 3. for our faith (vs. 4). 4. for our finish (vs. 6).

Great Reasons for Christian Gratitude Philippians 1:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 24, 2013 SPECIAL MUSIC: "Give Thanks" by Henry Smith INTRODUCTION: *The first time I ever heard that song was during a mission trip to Ukraine in the summer of 1997. We were on the deck ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Give Thanks!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 26, 2003

Thanksgiving is time recognized by the United States Government to Give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you see it clearly is about giving thanks to the Lord for all his provision in

What it means to Give Thanks Thesis: Thanksgiving is time recognized by the United States Government to Give thanks to the Lord God Almighty. Yes it is a religious holiday and as you study the history of this day you see it clearly is about giving thanks to the Lord for all his provision in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Role-Model Saints" Romans Pt 16 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2007

Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and not act worldly but instead act like living sacrifices to Jesus. This in turn will make us a hero in the eyes of Kingdom of God.

Role-model Saints (cont. c) pt 16 Opening Illustration: The greatest hero for the Kingdom of God was Jesus! Almena shares “In the beginning” about how great Jesus was in this Bluefish TV video poem clip. Thesis: Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Staying Pilgrims

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 18, 2020

Thanksgiving reminds us of the Pilgrims and their journey to America. Their faith proved them to be steppingstones for generations.

1. Hebrews 11:13 (GNV) All these died in faith, and received not the promises, but saw them afar off, and believed them, and received them thankfully, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. 2. My misconceptions and new interest with the Pilgrims and 400th Anniversary of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Bradford, The Mayflower And Plymouth" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 15, 2002

The heritage of the Pilgrims

Bradford, the Mayflower and Plymouth Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Congregationalism (and others from the Reformed tradition) has its roots in the Pilgrims who came from England, led by William Brewster and William Bradford. The issue at stake was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Thankful Hearts And Empty Cupboards

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2011

I am concerned that our Thanksgiving celebrations might cause us to focus more on the things that we have, than the God who gave them to us.

Thanksgiving is approaching. Have you considered how privileged we are here in America? Statistically, 3,000 Calories are consumed by the average person at Thanksgiving dinner. 45 Million turkeys will be eaten this Thanksgiving. 50 million pumpkin pies are eaten at Thanksgiving, 40 million ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankgiving Actions

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

Biblical reasons to be thankful to God, especially in America.

Thank Actions THANKSGIVING - Five Kernels of Corn The pilgrims came to America in 1620. They spent 66 days in the hold of a ship called The Mayflower, arriving on Nov. 21. One month later, on Dec. 26, all 102 passengers set foot on land and began to establish the colony of Plymouth. The pilgrims ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5, Psalm 107:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

He's Preparing The Way!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 6, 2017

If you are willing to seek God to be the source for the direction in your life, He won't let you down. He will keep His promises to you and He takes each one of His promises very seriously!

He's Preparing the Way! Ephesians 2:7-10 MSG 7-10 Now God has us where he wants us, with all the time in this world and the next to shower grace and kindness upon us in Christ Jesus. Saving is all his idea, and all his work. All we do is trust him enough to let him do it. It’s God’s ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving And Attitude

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Nov 24, 2014

We live in a vineyard that has been given to us by God. Attitude is a main character of this message

The Mayflower sighted land on November 9, 1620. It proved to be Cape Cod, which although the right latitude, was well east of their original destination at the mouth of the Hudson River. The Mayflower came to anchor in what is today Provincetown harbor on November 11, after 66 days at sea. That ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Sep 26, 2020

When we look at how God instructed the Israelites to celebrate TWO harvest festivals we find there is a lot we can apply to how we thank God for his goodness to us. There are some surprises!

Today we’re celebrating Harvest Festival. This year, coronavirus restrictions have resulted in a rather muted celebration. We aren’t meeting at church and we don’t have the usual piles of food to give to the food bank, or a beautiful harvest loaf. I’m going to take a look at some passages and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:9-13, Exodus 23:16, Deuteronomy 16:13, Deuteronomy 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Thankful Perspective Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

What distinguishes the Christians thankfulness from the natural thankfulness of all people? The distinction consists basically in the fact that the Christian has someone to thank.

G. K. Chesterton has written a delightful account of a students encounter with his professor at Oxford. The professor, or tutor as they called them, was a bright young man, but he was a follower of the pessimistic views of Schopenhauer. He was disgusted with the weary worthless lives around him, ...read more

Foundational Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 22, 2015

Today, it appears the Thanksgiving season is open season to make merchandise of the Gospel with the purpose of making money. To use the Thanksgiving season as an prelude to touching the Holy things of God with unholy hands is an insult to the Lord who has given us the blessings we enjoy

Foundational Thanksgiving Understanding Our For Fathers Heart Introduction: The tradition of Thanksgiving in America and it's focus on God and His blessing date way back, such as: "The main thrust of celebrating Thanksgiving here in America, is from the familiar story of the Pilgrim's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Barnabas—little Man, Big Deeds Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 25, 2015

This sermon examines Barnabas's character as an encourager, his generosity, and his obedience to God and challenges God's people to emulate him.

Barnabas—Little Man, Big Deeds Series: Acts Chuck Sligh January 25, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 4:31-37 – “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Thanksgiving Tree

Contributed by Paul Newell on Nov 17, 2005

Pre-Thanksgiving Sermon. Each year since the founding of FamilyFellowship we have added "leaves" to a tree. We give each person a paper leaf and ask then to write their greatest "thanks" for the year. Then we take time to add the leaves to a tree.

The Thanksgiving Tree - Thanksgiving 2005 The Story of Thanksgiving… Most of us already know the “official story” of Thanksgiving. Over 350 years ago a group of early settlers called “Pilgrims” landed at Plymouth Rock in Rhode Island. They had a very rough winter, but with the help of several ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:4

Denomination: Baptist