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  • Billy Ricks avatar

    A Life Of Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 25, 2012
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     | 13,335 views

    That is the basis of thankfulness - to remember that we got here with the help of God, & that He is the provider of every blessing we have.

    Intro: Alex Haley, the author of "Roots," had an unusual picture hanging on his office wall. It was a picture of a turtle on top of a fence post. When asked, "Why is that there?" Alex Haley answered, "Every time I write something significant, every time I read my words & think that they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanksgiving 2013

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 11, 2014
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    When we are filled with the Holy Spirit we will show it in 3 ways. We will be joyful, thankful, and submissive.

    Introduction: A Psalm 100:1-5 (NASB) 1 Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.2 Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. 3 Know that the LORD Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.4 Enter His gates ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reasons To Praise

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 20, 2023
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    No matter what we are facing or going through we still have many reasons to be thankful.

    Reason To Praise Thanksgiving 2022 Paul writes in 1 Thessalonians chapter 5… Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 And He writes in Colossians 3:17 Whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    Why Do We Need To Give Thanks

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
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    Paul gives us the reason for thanksgiving in this marvelous passage in Ephesians.

    “WHY DO WE NEED TO GIVE THANKS?” EPHESIANS 5:20 We need to give thanks because God has commanded us… 1. To give thanks ALWAYS. (v. 20a) Giving thanks always 1 Chronicles 16:8, 34-35, 41; Psalm 18:49; 30:4, 12; 75:1; 79:13; 92:1; 97:12; 105:1; 106:1, 47; 107:1; 118:1, 29; 119:62; 122:4; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thank God Jesus Didn't Take His Own Advice

    Contributed by Robert Eggers on Sep 18, 2004
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    Luke 14:25-33 is usually seen as Jesus’ advice to his disciples to be committed to him above all. But Jesus didn’t follow that advice and we thank God he didn’t because he went way beyond human logic and calculation to become our Savior and Lord.

    Luke 14:25-33 Thank God Jesus Didn’t Follow His Own Advise Jesus said, “Anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? For if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    Why Should We Close 2024 Praising God?

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 27, 2024
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    How do you view the year 2024? Whatever happened this year, let's have right perspective so that we can praise God and give Him thanks.

    We will soon leave the year of 2024. Some people see 2024 as a difficult or even bad year because they experienced so many problems this year, whether in finance, relationships, or health. They may even lose something precious or someone they loved this year. So, they are disappointed with God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Lewis W. Gregory avatar

    Thanksgiving - Count Your Blessings Series

    Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 22, 2021
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    Most of us don’t fully realize just how good we’ve got it, much less what to do about it. It’s time to count your true blessings, so you can make the most of them.

    “Oh, if only God would bless me!” And so we pray, “God bless me . . . with wisdom, with patience, in this decision, in my job, as I teach . . .” and the list goes on. Yet, with all our sincere seeking and praying, we miss the blessing. Why? One day as I was frantically searching through the house, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Can I Ever Thank You?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001
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     | 8,715 views

    Gratitude of the Believer demonstrated in Christian walk.

    HOW CAN I EVER THANK YOU LORD? Colossians 2:6-7 Introduction: Andrae Crouch in his song My Tribute wrote, "How can I say thanks for the things You have done for me. Things so undeserved, yet You give to prove Your love for me. The voices of a million angels could not express my gratitude. All ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Be Ready And Prepared

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 25, 2024
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    As we approach the type of change or transformation God desires to do in our lives, there are three pieces of advice that God would like us to apply that will help us be better prepared and more ready not only for Jesus’s return, but also for what God wants to do in our lives.

    "Be Ready And Prepared" Ephesians 5:15-20 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14KPlTehT30 As we approach this year’s vision of the change or transformation God desires to do in our lives, I talked about in January how we as God’s people are considered the Bride of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Sure Rewards

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 22, 2024
     | 363 views

    Rewards are promised for those who fear the name of the Lord. Amen. A Christian name plate on your forehead is not enough, you need to fear God in all your ways

    REWARDS Revelation 11:18” “The nations were angry, but your wrath came, and the time for the dead to be judged, and for rewarding your servants, the prophets and saints, and those who fear your name, both small and great, and for destroying the destroyers of the earth” 1) FEAR OF GOD: Look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • DAN SANTIAGO avatar

    Being Grateful

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013
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     | 44,223 views

    This sermon says that gratefulness is important to our God.

    BEING GRATEFUL Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION Five years ago before he succumbed to cancer, Tony Snow, former political commentator, speech writer and White House press secretary, said the following to the 2007 graduating class at the Catholic University of America: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Honoring God’s Investment-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 17, 2012
     | 3,082 views

    2 of 2. Paul reminded Timothy of the gravity behind God’s investment in us. We must recognize the significance/gravity of God’s investment. But When does this happen? When we are Thankful. We honor God’s investment thru Thankfulness for...

    HONORING GOD’s INVESTMENT-II—1Timothy 1:12-17 Paul reminded Timothy of the significance/gravity/weight behind God’s investment in us. We must recognize the significance/gravity/weight of God’s investment. When do we honor the gravity of God’s investment? We honor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Buchanan avatar

    Why Should I Be Thankful

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,668 views

    A one-shot sermon dealing with the question of why we should be thankful in the bad times of life.

    An atheist was taking a walk through the woods, admiring all that evolution had created. "What majestic trees! What powerful rivers! What beautiful animals!", he said to himself. As he was walking along the river, he heard a rustling in the bushes behind him. When he turned to see what the casue ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    I Am Thankful For ... Grace

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 31, 2019
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    Sermon is dedicated to the wonder of Grace – 1. Grace is Unmerited 2. Grace is Unearned 3. Grace is Limitless 4. Grace is Transformative

    Scripture: Acts 16:16 – 34; Ephesians 2:8 Subject: Grace/Salvation Title: “I’m Thankful for … Grace.” Sermon is dedicated to the beauty of Grace – 1. Grace is Unmerited 2. Grace is Unearned 3. Grace is Limitless 4. Grace is Transformative INTRO: Grace and peace this morning from ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    Being Thankful In Hard Times

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,584 views

    Reasons why Christians can find things to be thankful for even in hard times

    BEING THANKFULIN HARD TIMES Romans 5:3-5 Bob Marcaurelle www.meadowbrookbaptist.cc “In everything give thanks because this is God’s will /Give thanks always for all things.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 / Ephesians 5:20) “Jesus took the cup, gave thanks, and said; ‘This is My blood’.” (Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist