Sermons on Thanksgivings:

Thanksgiving Is The Will Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 23, 2018

A short messing on Thanksgiving. Here are four things that I believe God wants us to keep at the forefront this holiday season:

Thanksgiving is the Will of God! Here are four things that I believe God wants us to keep at the forefront this holiday season: I. It is the will of God to give thanks. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV) “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” II. Thanks is an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19, 1 Peter 5:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Thanksgiving 2010

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019

What giving thanks does for me.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 17:11-19 1. “Gratitude is the least remembered of all virtues, and is the acid test of character.” 2. A grateful heart of thanksgiving opens many different doors. a. Service, Dr. Clate Risley. b. Friendship. c. Promotion. 3. Thanksgiving is a relative response. Some are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Negative Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

This was David's song, and if we see life whole and see the infinite realm of the non-existent and non-happenings of life, we to will have a song of praise and a heart of gratitude regardless of life's troubles and trials.

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in being occupied with what happens that we forget that there is so much to be thankful for because of what doesn't happen. For example: Peter Marshall died of a heart attack as a middle aged man with great potential ahead of him as Chaplain of the Senate and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Thanksgiving Focus Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

David starts this Psalm by telling himself to praise the Lord, and he ends it by telling himself to do it again. If we would tell ourselves as we begin the day to praise the Lord and not forget all His benefits, and if we would end the day by doing the same, we would be different people.

You will, no doubt, think me strange for saying it, but I am thankful for my ignorance. It gives me so much to be thankful for. My vast ocean of ignorance is my playground where I can fish for new insights, and I can dive for the sunken treasure of golden truths that lay hidden in God's Word. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-14

The Prayer Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Lets face the reality of this. Much, if not most, of what we have to thank God for comes to us through other people. They are the primary tools of God to achieve His purpose in history.

My earliest childhood memories of being in church are of the rope that I could ride. The thick rope hung down through the ceiling in the church entry way. I was so little that when the rope was pulled to ring the bell in the belfry, I could hang on to it and get a ride as it would pull me up off ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Praise In Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 8, 2021

1) Thankful Pronouncement (1 Chr. 29:10–12), 2) Thankful Praise (1 Chr. 29:13–17), and a 3) Thankful Petition (1 Chr. 29:18–20).

1 Chronicles 29:10-20. [10] Therefore David blessed the LORD in the presence of all the assembly. And David said: "Blessed are you, O LORD, the God of Israel our father, forever and ever. [11] Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-20

Denomination: Other

Thanksgiving 2019

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 21, 2019

Being thankful for something is different than being thankful in something

Thanksgiving 2019 11/20/19 Story of Thanksgiving Pilgrims/Indians, Turkey, dressing, green bean casserole etc. Thanksgiving is all about giving thanks, being thankful, and being thankful is about showing gratitude or being grateful. Thanksgiving is more than a day with turkey and family, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Other

Thanksgiving 2015

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019

In Psalm 95, the pslamist invites believers to give thanks for God's character, God's creation, and God's care.

Thanksgiving 2015 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/15/2015 There is a lot to love about Thanksgiving. I love the turkey and stuffing. I love pumpkin pie. I love spending time with family and playing football in the backyard. But the best part of Thanksgiving is that it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Thanksgiving 2023

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 14, 2023

As followers of Jesus, we should be thankful people. Giving thanks always, for all things, to God the Father, through the Son.

THANKSGIVING 2023 Text: Ephesians 5:20 You know it’s pretty sad, that a lot of folks don’t hear the story of Thanksgiving that I told our kids this morning. Now days it’s all revisionist history and deconstructionist critical theory. But the historical documents bear out the facts, and the truth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Celebration Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 17, 2023

A the wall around Jerusalem was completed, the people have a service of singing, sacrifice, and rejoicing before the Lord. It was a celebration of thanksgiving.

A Celebration of Thanksgiving Nehemiah 12:27-43 Intro. Nehemiah had gone to Jerusalem to rebuild the city wall. When it was finished, hey had a great celebration of thanksgiving, praise, and worship. Here is a look at their celebration I. The Preparation. Vs. 27-31 A. The people. Vs. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving 2010

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

"Gratitude is the least remembered of all virtues, and is the acid test of character” (Elmer Towns).

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 17:11-19 1. “Gratitude is the least remembered of all virtues, and is the acid test of character.” 2. A grateful heart of thanksgiving opens many different doors. a. Service, Dr. Clate Risley. b. Friendship. c. Promotion. 3. Thanksgiving is a relative response. Some are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Superficial Thanksgiving

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 17, 2025

As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on the power and purpose of gratitude

(This is not an original work, I have expanded points to fit our congregation and my style of delivery) TITLE: THE SUPERFICIAL THANKSGIVING SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 18:9-14 As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s fitting to reflect on the power and purpose of gratitude. PSALM 92:1 says, “IT IS A GOOD THING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 18, 2025

A day of Thanksgiving to remember with more than just a full belly.

“What Is Thanksgiving?” Psalms 30:4 2025 The Days of Thanksgiving can be traced before 1536 during the Reformation time with Henry VIII on the throne. When the Puritans left in 1620 for the New Land they discovered great hardship and lost many of the families the first winter. They met the local ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:4

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving 2025

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 23, 2025

Give thanks, because God has given us Christ

Thanksgiving 2025 Text: Luke 22:39-46 On Thursday we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, and I love Thanksgiving… I love that it’s right before the Advent Season, because it helps us order our hearts towards Jesus. We should be thankful people – always, but especially as we approach Advent. Now ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Psalm Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 1, 2025

God invites us to enter His gates with thanksgiving and we have many reasons for which to be thankful.

Introduction: A. I hope that everyone had a special Thanksgiving Day last Thursday. B. I want to start with a little Thanksgiving humor. 1. Here are a few suggestions you might consider to bring a little fun to next year’s Thanksgiving Day meal and experience. 2. Suggestion #1: During the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ