Sermons on Unforeseen Gratitude:

Give Thanks To God Series

Contributed by Steve Meenho Kang on Nov 13, 2022

If we withhold the expression of our gratitude, we create a gap in the relationship. And if it goes on for too long, it actually damages relationships. This is true for any relationship, including our relationship with God.

Give Thanks to God Give Thanks Part 1 Luke 17:11-19 Today, we are starting a new message series, Give Thanks. As we approach Thanksgiving, we want to prepare our hearts for gratitude toward God. If you know anything about the history of Thanksgiving, you know that it began as a really small ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanksliving

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2022

It is God's will for us to be thankful always. In this sermon, we will explore the what, why, when and how of thankfulness.

“Thanksliving!” David Owens Colossians 2:6-7 11.27.22 Introduction: A. I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving Day filled with family, food, and fun! We did! 1. How many of you ladies or gentleman cooked the turkey for last Thursday? 2. Was it anyone’s first attempt at cooking a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Colossians 3:15, Colossians 4:2, 2 Timothy 3:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Gracious Acceptance

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 1, 2022

Gracious Acceptance is said to receive something in a polite or kind manner.

Alexander “Sandy” McCall Smith, a British writer once remarked: “Gracious acceptance is an art – an art which most never bother to cultivate. We think that we have to learn how to give, but we forget about accepting things, which can be much harder than giving…. Accepting another person’s gift is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Colossians 3:15-20, Romans 11:29, Hebrews 12:28

What Does God Want For Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025

God doesn't need anything, how may we serve Him?

A. INTRODUCTION: PSALM 100 1.What do people want out of Thanksgiving? Mom ___________________________________________, Dad ____________________________________________, Children ________________________________________, Football players ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Cuatro Prioridades Esenciales De Un Cristiano”

Contributed by Alfredo Vargas on Oct 5, 2025

La vida cristiana no es un accidente, sino un caminar intencional. Pablo oró para que los creyentes en Colosas vivieran “llenos del conocimiento de Su voluntad… para que andéis como es digno del Señor”.

La vida cristiana no es un accidente, sino un caminar intencional. Pablo oró para que los creyentes en Colosas vivieran “llenos del conocimiento de Su voluntad… para que andéis como es digno del Señor”. Hoy veremos cuatro áreas fundamentales para un cristiano que desea agradar ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Contentment

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 30, 2025

A series in Philippians

Title: The Content Christian Script: Phil. 4:10-20 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 8-31-25 Intro: Dr. John MacArthur once said: “contentment is a highly prized, but elusive virtue. Though it comes only from being rightly related to God and trusting His sovereign, loving, purposeful ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10, Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Light In The Lamp

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 5, 2025

Obedience is not empty duty, but the surrendered, grateful, Spirit-filled response of a heart alive in Christ.

Opening Story – The Boy in the Corner A little boy had been disobedient. His mother sent him to the corner and said, “You sit there.” With folded arms, slumped in his chair, he muttered, “I might be sitting on the outside, but I’m standing on the inside.” That’s obedience… but only on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Two Rhythms Of A Grateful Heart Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 16, 2025

This sermon reveals that the proper response to seeing God's grace in others is a two-beat rhythm of the heart: constant, God-centered thanksgiving for them and consistent, specific intercession on their behalf.

Introduction In our modern world of instant communication, it's very easy to react to good news. When we see a friend post about a blessing or an achievement, we can send a quick 'like' or a heart emoji in a matter of seconds. It’s a simple, momentary expression of our happiness for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking The Power Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Jul 13, 2025

1 THESSALONIANS 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. What Happens? What happens when we build this attitude of gratitude? The SHIFT from a state of ILL-BEING to WELL-BEING is explicitly triggered by thankfulness and gratitude.

Unlocking the Power of Thanksgiving Now, I will be your teacher this morning and today we will be looking into the divine power of thanksgiving. In how thanksgiving is not just a byword and utterance of appreciation but also a KEY that can change our PRAYER LIFE and draw us closer to GOD! Are you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Appropriate Reaction

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 14, 2025

Our freedom comes with a price. We are no longer our own. And the only appropriate response is to do what God wants from us in return.

Hostages have been much in the news these days, for good reason. The most horrific fate is that of the Israelis kidnapped in October 2023. Many have died; some are still in captivity. Only a merciful God can heal the wounds of the ones released. May that same merciful God bring about the release of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-23, Psalm 116:12-17, Amos 5:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon: Happy Thanksgiving - A Season To Be Grateful

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 13, 2025

These psalms of praise are an invitation to bless the Lord for his compassion, which is described as forgiving sins, healing diseases, redeeming life, and showering his people with loving-kindness and tender mercies. It's a season to be grateful!

Sermon: Happy Thanksgiving - A Season to Be Grateful Scripture: Psalms 100: 1-5 “Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5, Exodus 23:14-17, 1 Chronicles 23:30-31, Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Give Thanks (Psalm 107)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 3, 2026

How often do we give thanks?

How often do we give thanks to God? Let’s begin in Psalm 107. From what adversary has He ultimately redeemed us, an act returning a lost inheritance, such as Boaz did for Ruth through marriage? Give thanks to Yahweh [the Lord], for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever. Let the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Gives The Increase PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 12, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our role as humble servants in God's kingdom, acknowledging that spiritual growth comes solely from God's sovereignty, grace, and provision.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am glad to be standing here before you today, as we gather together in unity, in fellowship, and in the shared love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We are here, not by coincidence or fate, but by divine appointment. God has something to say to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:7

Topics: Gratitude, God's Gift, Life

A Day For Remembering Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Nov 17, 2023

This Thanksgiving sermon emphasizes the importance of remembering and expressing gratitude for God's blessings.

At Thanksgiving time, I like to remember a diary entry from the great Bible commentator, Matthew Henry. He was once mugged on the streets of London. The entry in his diary for that day recorded the following thoughts: “I was mugged today. But Lord, you have taught us to be thankful in all ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:10-18

Topics: Thanksgiving, Gratitude, God's Faithfulness

Where Are The Nine?

Contributed by David Moore on Oct 31, 2008

To teach the importance of gratitude.

Introduction: Nine out of ten lepers are ingrates. At least so it would seem, if we draw out statistics from this incident recorded only in Luke’s gospel. It is an occasion, which not only highlights the ingratitude of man, but the desire of gratitude from God. Every day of our lives we are the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist