Sermons on Thanksgiving 2013:

Thanksgiving, Christmas And Providence

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 5, 2021

In the birth of our country and in the birth of Jesus we see the invisible, providential hand of God shaping nations and events in preparation for both; and that, more than anything else is what we need in our fractured and fragile country today.

THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS AND PROVIDENCE “When the time had fully come, God sent His Son.” (Galatians 4:4) “The Lord works out everything for His own purposes, even the wicked for the day of disaster.” (Proverbs. 16:4) Bob Marcaurelle bobmarcaurelle@charter.net Universal “providence” means ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Proverbs 16:4

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving To The Glory Of God

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 8, 2021

As Christians, thanksgiving and praise should be the natural thing that comes from our mouth.

Thanksgiving to the Glory of God Text: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING It almost seems like Thanksgiving is becoming a “forgotten holiday”. Immediately after Halloween is over, the shelves start stocking up with Christmas items, and advertisements tell us that we need to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thanksgiving Eve Sermon

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Nov 24, 2021

God wants our lives to be characterized by thankfulness, by a thankful spirit, tonight I want to share TWO LITTLE TIDBITS IF I MAY THAT WILL HELP YOU TO DEVELOP THIS KIND OF DISPOSTION AND CHARACTER. ONE CHARACTERIZED BY THANKSGIVING…(One is easy to apply, one perhaps not so easy, but doable.)

1 Thessalonians 5:16 Rejoice always, 17 Pray without ceasing.18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.. Perhaps this is one of the hardest commands the bible gives us… In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Living With An Attitude Of Thanksgiving.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 24, 2021

10 Lepers, all 10 cried out for healing. Jesus told them to go show themselves to the priest. As they obeyed their faith healed them.

Living With An Attitude Of Thanksgiving. Luke 17:12-19TPT Analyzing data from over 3.7 million reviews for 13,400 hotels in 70 countries, Reward Experts has set out to answer where the grumpiest and happiest travelers in the world come from. Grumpiest: 1. Spain 2. Ireland 3. Iceland 4. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Thanksgiving Response Of Gratitude

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 25, 2021

The psalmist understands that he and his people have received a great blessing from God. First, God had brought them out of captivity. Secondly, God had given a homeland, a place of their own. Now desires that God would complete the wonderful work He has started in them.

Sermon: A Thanksgiving Response of Gratitude Psalms 85:1 “LORD, You have been gracious to Your land; You have brought back the captivity of Jacob. 2 You have forgiven the iniquity of Your people; You have covered all their sins. Selah. 3 You have taken away all Your wrath; You have turned from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7, John 1:14, John 1:17, Acts 9:31

Denomination: Methodist

Salvation: The Song Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 2, 2022

Even while others are facing judgment the saved will praise God. The joy of salvation is wonderfully expressed in a song. Salvation causes us to rejoice and praise God. This is very appropriately expressed in song.

One way a person expresses love is through a song. If Jeremiah is the weeping prophet then Isaiah may be the singing prophet. Isaiah composed a lot of songs. Isaiah 26:1-9 is a song of praise that expresses thankfulness to God for salvation. This song expresses joy of salvation, praise to a worthy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Giver And The Gifts (Thanksgiving)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 22, 2022

Life is filled with many decisions. Some of these decisions are difficult to make. Some of these are small decisions and some are large, but every day we make many decisions.

Illus: A group of friends went deer hunting and paired off in twos for the day. That night, one of the hunters returned alone, staggering under the weight of an eight-point buck. • Immediately someone said, "Where's Fred?" • The very tired hunter said, "Well, Fred had a stroke ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:16-17, Colossians 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Praise And Thanksgiving. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 19, 2024

Praise and thanksgiving are powerful tools that can transform our lives and our relationship with God.

Praise and thanksgiving are powerful tools that can transform our lives and our relationship with God. When we choose to focus on the goodness of God and express our gratitude, we open ourselves up to a deeper level of faith, hope, and joy. We will explore the power of praise and thanksgiving, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:2, Psalm 67:1-2, Hebrews 11:6, Psalm 95:6

The Three Ingredients Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 18, 2023

The Bible teaches us that true Thanksgiving is identified or verified by a life of daily THANKS-LIVING

TITLE: THE THREE INGREDIENTS OF THANKSGIVING SCRIPTURE: I THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 Thanksgiving is a very special time of the year. Traditionally, it’s a time to give thanks for the harvest and express gratitude in general. The worldly perspective of thanksgiving however, has turned it into a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Thanksgiving Turkeys!

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 19, 2023

It is so easy to forget the blessings that God has given us.

The REAL Thanksgiving Turkeys! It is so easy to forget the blessings that God has given us. The Psalmist wrote, "Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits…” (Psalm 103:2). On Thanksgiving Day in the United States, we’ll enjoy a meal with turkeys – but the REAL Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Psalm 107:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrendered To Thanksgiving(2023)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 28, 2023

1 of 1. The Psalmist expected & charged God’s people to have an attitude of thankfulness. God’s people should be surrendered to an attitude of thanksgiving. ?What do those of us enjoy, who are indeed surrendered to thanksgiving? People Surrendered to Thanksgiving enjoy...

SURRENDERED to THANKSGIVING—Psalm 100:1 Attention: •Business retailers gear up early for Christmas. •The shelves are beginning to get stocked with Christmas items.—Christmas trees of all sizes, colors & materials, Lights, Baking goods, Candies, Ribbons, Brightly colored packages, Santa ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving For The Grace Of God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 25, 2024

Thank God for the grace given by Jesus Christ.

THANKSGIVING FOR THE GRACE OF GOD. 1 Corinthians 1:4-8. Paul offers thanksgiving to God for the church at Corinth (1 CORINTHIANS 1:4). This is good pastoral care: Paul wants the Corinthians to know that, even if he does have some stern words to speak to them, it is because his heart longs for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

C. Thanksgiving Day. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2025

November 27th, 2025.

Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Psalm 100:1-5, Philippians 4:4-9, John 6:25-35. A). PRESENT PROVISION AND PAST DELIVERANCE. Deuteronomy 26:1-11. 1. The One Whom We Worship. It was the LORD their God who was going to bring Israel into the land of their inheritance (Deuteronomy 26:1). It was the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Psalm 100:1-5, Philippians 4:4-9, John 6:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Altar Of Remembrance And Thanksgiving

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 26, 2025

Raising an altar of remembrance and thanksgiving ensures that the mighty acts of God are not forgotten, and His name is continually glorified from generation to generation.

ALTAR OF REMEMBRANCE AND THANKSGIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 4:6-7 Key Verse: “That this may be a sign among you, that when your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, What mean ye by these stones? Then ye shall answer them, That the waters of Jordan were cut off ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 28, 2025

A thankful heart is a powerful spiritual force. It honours God, strengthens our faith, and positions us to receive more from Him.

LIVING A LIFE OF THANKSGIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Supporting Texts: Psalm 103:1-5, Philippians 4:6, Colossians 3:15-17, Luke 17:11-19, Ephesians 5:20 INTRODUCTION: Thanksgiving is more than a seasonal celebration or a one-time expression—it is a lifestyle that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God