Sermons on Thanksgivings:

"Fly High" - Acts Part 21 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 10, 2006

Acts 23 teaches us that “Flying high” for the Lord means we understand that our testimony – our witness - does impact the direction of nations and that the natural law of sowing (planting) and reaping (harvesting) is also a spiritual law. Our personal wit

Fly High – Acts part 21 Opening Illustration: On the lighter side of life Thesis: Acts 23 teaches us that “Flying high” for the Lord means we understand that our testimony – our witness - does impact the direction of nations and that the natural law of sowing (planting) and reaping (harvesting) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joyful Love Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 10, 2003

Paul is in prison and he has this joyful love because he has a confidence in God. He can write in Philippians 1:6, “Be confident of this that He, who began a good work in you will carry it out until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Intro: God’s Faithfulness It wasn’t too long ago I was attending a meeting in Scotland. I was in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and I was looking for a place to park. I received advise on how to find a good place to park. My friend told me to drive up to the top of the nearby observatory ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 17, 2001

Year C. 4th Sunday of Lent March 25th, 2001 Psalm 32

Year C. 4th Sunday of Lent March 25th, 2001 Psalm 32 Title: “Forgiveness” According to the tradition of the Church and because of its emphasis on the confession of sin, this is one of the seven Psalms of forgiveness which include Psalm 6, 32, 38, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

For Granted Or Gratitude?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

Do we take our blessings for granted or with gratitude?

FOR GRANTED OR GRATITUDE? I Thess. 5:18 “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” INTRO.- It’s Thanksgiving time! ILL.- Someone said, “Thanksgiving is when millions of Americans get together to drink, talk, eat, and go home again. It’s known as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be A Happy Christian

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 13, 2003

How are you expressing yourself to a lost world? Christians ought to be the happiest people around. Our text looks at how to be a happy Christian.

How to be a Happy Christian 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. INTRODUCTION Who here today wishes to be happy? – (Just raise your hands.) “Several years ago the #1 song on the pop charts was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

When Anxiety Strikes

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Feb 15, 2014

Overcoming Anxiety in our Christian Life

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9-Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Praise

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 23, 2018

Praise gives access to God

Psalm 22:3 The Power of Praise Praise gives us access to God. Sometimes people will say, “I feel that God is a million miles away and my prayers bounce right off of the ceiling.” Scriptures tell us to “Draw near to God and he will draw nigh to you” (James 4:8 KJV). How can we draw nigh to God? ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17, Psalm 22:3

Denomination: Methodist

Laying Foundations Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 24, 2022

Building this Temple foundation was the dawn of a new day. God’s house symbolized so much to them. There was a new vitality, a new hope and a spiritual renewal. The foundation of the Temple was laid.

When you visit a church building what strikes you most? Is it the majestic steeple pointing heavenward toward the God we worship? How about the mosaic of colors from a stained-glass window that portray the life of Christ? It could be you are most struck by the contrast of a solitary cross on a ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Stay Sharp: Gratitude

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 4, 2025

We need to evaluate where we are. Are we living daily with GRATITUDE in our hearts? The can be healing power with an attitude of gratitude.

STAY SHARP: I OWE A DEBT OF GRATITUDE… THE POWER OF GRATITUDE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) We must know to write a good paper we need to keep the pencil sharp. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 100:4, James 1:2-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Last Supper

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 17, 2007

GETTING FAMILIES TOGETHER.

THE LAST SUPPER LUKE 22:14-20 INTRO: THEY ALL SAT DOWN 1: WHO DOES THAT ANYMORE? A) HOW MANY PEOPLE ACTUALLY SIT DOWN TOGETHER AND EAT B) NOT MANY EVEN GET TOGETHER ALL AT ONCE ONE TIME A DAY C) NO T.V. NO CELL PHONES, NO TEXT MESSAGING JUST YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TOGETHER POINT: THIS IS TIME WE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Other

How To Pray Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 15, 2018

This is the 3rd sermon in the 1 Timothy series, "Order".

Series: Order [#3] HOW TO PRAY 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Introduction: In these verses Paul is telling Timothy the importance of prayer and its purpose. Let’s look at the areas of prayer. 1 Timothy 2:1-8 (NIV) “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

True Unadulterated Worship In The House Of God

Contributed by Christian Jones on Oct 21, 2023

In a world filled with distractions and temptations, it's vital for us to understand and embrace the concept of true unadulterated worship in the house of God. Genuine worship goes beyond rituals and routines, touching the very core of our relationship with God.

Point 1: Worship with a Humble Heart Exodus 20:3 - "You shall have no other gods before me." True worship begins with humility, recognizing that God alone deserves our reverence and adoration. When we come before Him with a humble heart, we acknowledge His supremacy and our dependence on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3, John 4:24, Psalm 100:4, Romans 12:1, Psalm 111:10, Psalm 133:1, Matthew 25:40, 2 Corinthians 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Christ Is The Source Of Everything In Life Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 11, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on Jesus Christ as the source of everything in life, examining the various ways in which He meets our needs and provides for us.

As believers, we often acknowledge that Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior, but do we truly understand the depth of His role in our lives? The Bible teaches us that Jesus Christ is the source of everything in life, providing us with spiritual, emotional, and physical sustenance. In this sermon, we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4, Matthew 6:25-34

Worship Is Dangerous

Contributed by Barbara Folsom on Feb 2, 2002

Knowing and worshiping God is dangerous.

Psalm 100 Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. [2] Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. [3] Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. [4] Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

Responding To The Story

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Jan 10, 2006

Discovering the ’right’ response to the story of our reconciliation to the Father in the birth of Jesus.

RESPONDING TO THE STORY… PSALM 126 Introduction: In a northern section of Berlin lies a Protestant church whose front yard used to straddle the Communist wall. Its ironic name: the Church of the Reconciliation. The building itself used to be in East Berlin, while the sidewalk was in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Methodist