Sermons on True Gratitude Or Thanksgiving:

Hindrances To Gratitude Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 19, 2006

As we approach Thanksgiving, some of us may be struggling with ingratitude. This sermon lists three hindrances to gratitude.

Scripture The first Pilgrims arrived on the shores of what is now the United States of America in 1620. The Pilgrims would not fully understand in their lifetime the reason for the suffering that they endured. The first Thanksgiving Day occurred as a unique holy day in the fall of 1621. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 25, 2012

Thanksgiving begins with an attitude.

Attitude of Gratitude November 4, 2007 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Thanksgiving begins with an attitude. Focus Passage: Psalm 100 Supplemental Passage: Luke 17:11-19 Introduction: I. Thanksgiving is about exuberance. (vs. 1) a. Exuberance is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

With Thanksgiving

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 22, 2021

Based on Philippians 4:6-7 - Encourages hearers to live their lives with thanksgiving.

“WITH THANKSGIVING” Phil. 4:6-7 FBCF – 11/21/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – We have so much to be thankful for. - Family – both those who’ve gone on before us & those still w/ us - Friends who stand w/ us in good times & bad. Laugh w/ them. Cry w/ them. Rejoice w/ them. Grieve w/ them. Where ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Grow An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 12, 2014

This is a Thanksgiving message that focuses on how the true worship of the living God leads to a disposition of gratitude can give us peace in all circumstances, even the worst

What do you think might inspire an 18-year old, young woman, to write in her diary: "Sometimes when I stand in some corner of the camp, my feet planted on earth, my eyes raised towards heaven, tears run down my face, tears of deep emotion and gratitude"? This isn’t a passage from a young ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving Commands

Contributed by Chris Beam on Nov 14, 2014

Psalm 100 very clearly gives us a list of commands to follow if we are to be truly thankful not just on Thanksgiving, but everyday of our lives.

Thanksgiving Commands Psalms 100:1-5 Two men were walking through a field one day when all the sudden they look up and see a bull off in the distance. Instantly they began to run towards the nearest fence and sure enough the bull ran after them in hot pursuit, and it soon became obvious that they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude As A Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 10, 2024

We’re challenged to move beyond occasional thankfulness and embrace gratitude as a daily decision. Gratitude is more than a reaction to blessings—it's a way of life. By living gratefully, we grow closer to God, and become a powerful witness of His goodness to the world around us.

### Introduction Video Ill.: Thanksgiving Every Day — Freebridge Media Transcript: Today we are thankful. We give thanks to God for His love, His mercy, and His faithfulness. We give thanks for family and friends, life and laughter, and the little things which bring joy to our lives. We give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Philippians 4:4-7, Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gratitude Of Abundance

Contributed by Dr. Nichol Burris on Dec 3, 2023

Exploring the spiritual significance of cultivating a heart filled with gratitude during the Thanksgiving Holiday

Gratitude of Abundance Great morning! Great morning! Great morning! Today we want to honor the spirit of thanksgiving, by reflecting upon the abundant blessings that surround us. Every day should be a day of thanks and gratitude for us all. So, as we come upon the American Holiday, let us change ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5, Colossians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 1:4, Galatians 5:13

Spilling Over With Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

We can learn to express thanks to God regardless of the circumstances. Our hearts should overflow with gratitude to the One who made us and knows us by name.

Spilling Over with Gratitude Colossians 2:6-7 6 Now that you have welcomed the Anointed One, Jesus the Lord, into your lives, continue to journey with Him and allow Him to shape your lives. 7 Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gratitude Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 26, 2014

We live in a wrecked world politically, emotionally, family, mentally. However we don't have to live with a wrecked attitude. Ungratefulness will sabotage and strangle the full life that Jesus promises us. Begin with being grateful and you will be full

Intro: It is not hard to see that we live in a broken and wrecked world. God told us that this would happen. Jesus said in Matthew 24:12 He said that as the end draws near because lawlessness is increased the love of many will grow cold. It is very obvious we live in a wrecked world. Wrecked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude Or Greed?

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 12, 2011

Are you grateful? Or do you struggle with greed?

[You can contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com to receive sermons each week by email, or you can follow his blog at blog.fhfbc.org.] GRATEFUL GIVING “But who am I, and what is my people, that we should be able thus to offer willingly? For all things come from you, and of your own have we given ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart Of Gratitude

Contributed by Wes Gunther on Mar 25, 2019

A Thanksgiving message.

A Heart of Gratitude Psalm 103 I. David thanked God for His Forgiveness – verse 3 a. Forgiveness is the basis of all blessing b. Forgiveness leads to healing c. Forgiveness leads to redemption (vs 4) II. David thanks God for His Sufficiency – verse 4 a. Loving kindness and ...read more

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 24, 2014

God expects us to thank Him.

An Attitude of Gratitude November 23, 2014 Community Thanksgiving Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God expects us to thank Him. Focus Passage: Luke 17:11-19 Supplemental Passage: A Psalm for Thanksgiving. Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth. Serve the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 21, 2025

Paul is urging believers to live out their new identity in Christ by cultivating hearts overflowing with thankfulness. Why? Because gratitude is a response to God’s grace. It reminds us of His faithfulness, aligns our hearts with His will, and demonstrates that we trust in His sovereign goodness.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: One day a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family. On their return from their trip, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gratitude Always

Contributed by David Zachrich on Nov 20, 2022

It is good to be reminded about gratitude because it is not always in our hearts or on our minds. No, instead of gratitude, anxiety is.

Philippians 4:6 “Gratitude Always” Friends in Christ, I hope for you – for your family, your friends – that these next several days are happy ones. I hope that you have time to enjoy good people, good food, good times as our nation reminds us to be grateful for the blessings we have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanksgiving Living!

Contributed by Tim Diack on Oct 8, 2012

Does living with an attitude of gratitude depend upon our circumstances - which are always changing - or is true thanksgiving living rooted in a deeper truth? Read on to discover how we can live with thanksgiving in our hearts every day of the year!

Thanksgiving Living! - Psalm 100 Series: Thanksgiving Well as I begin this morning I want to share with you a letter written by a young woman who had recently left her home in small town Canada to attend college in the big city. This is what she writes: ["Dear Mom: I’m so sorry that I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: *other