Sermons on Unforeseen Gratitude:

Testing, Trust, And Thanks Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Nov 4, 2024

This central part of Psalm 66 urges us to recognize God's presence in our lives in the midst of pain and prosperity and respond with personal piety.

In the year 715 BC, Shalmanezer, the King of Assyria besieged the Northern Kingdom of Israel. For three years, his army starved the nation of Israel until finally they surrendered. In 712 BC, the northern Kingdom crumbled, Israelite citizens were marched off to a foreign land, and Assyria began ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:8-15, 2 Kings 17:7-23, 2 Kings 18:11-12, 2 Kings 18:1-3, Romans 6:2, Hebrews 10:24-25, Psalm 1:1-2, Matthew 6:6, Colossians 3:16, Deuteronomy 6:5-6, Malachi 3:10, Galatians 6:10, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Peter 2:12, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Cinco Razones Para Regocijarse

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 7, 2024

En este sermón, el Dr. Tow describe cinco razones para regocijarse. Este sermón lo obligará a cultivar una actitud de agradecimiento y lo alentará a ver los acontecimientos de la vida desde una perspectiva eterna.

Cinco Razones Para Regocijarse 7-07-12-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) “Dad gracias al Señor, porque es bueno, porque para siempre es su misericordia”. Al menos cuatro salmos diferentes comienzan con esas palabras. Por supuesto, el mandato de dar gracias se encuentra en toda la Escritura. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Charismatic

Proclamation, Prayer, Penitence, And Praise Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Nov 14, 2024

Our thanks and praise takes many forms, but is most effective when we have a penitent heart.

Open your Bibles or the Pew Bible to Psalm 66. As we have over the last couple of weeks, I’d love for you to be able to look at that while we are walking through these last several verses. Throughout this Psalm we have seen an example of worship and witness acting as a sort of call and response. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Advent Is Approaching Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 19, 2024

Advent is fast approaching. Advent is a time of deeper reflection, a sacred pause, and an opportunity to prepare our hearts for something far more significant: the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and the promise of His return.

Advent Is Approaching Introduction As the days grow shorter and the crispness of the air reminds us that winter is near, a familiar sense of anticipation begins to stir. Advent is fast approaching. For the world around us, this season often means rushing headlong into the hustle and bustle of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give Thanks

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 20, 2024

A Thanksgiving Message that answers 2 questions: #1 - Why we should be thankful to God and #2 - How do we say thank you to God.

Give Thanks! 1 I love you, O LORD, my strength. 2 The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. 3 I call to the LORD, who is worthy of praise, and I am saved from my enemies. 6 In my ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will You Give Him Thanks?

Contributed by R.p. Ministries on Nov 23, 2024

This manuscript is to provide reference to give reverence and thanks unto God for everything. The Bible tells us that in everything give thanks.

Sermon Manuscript Title: Will You Give Him Thanks? Text: Luke 17:11-19 (Focus verses: 16-18) Theme: Trusting God Fully and Being Thankful in All Seasons Introduction Good morning, church! It is Thanksgiving season, a time when families gather, communities share, and we reflect on what we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

The Great Thanksgiving

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Nov 27, 2024

As Christians, we walk in the beauty and glory of God's great love and mercy in Christ. What better reason could there ever be to thank God with all of our hearts, and with our very lives themselves?

"The Great Thanksgiving" Psalm 100 I once heard a pastor tell the story in a sermon of something that happened when he was visiting his brother in Florida. While there they decided to go deep-sea fishing on his brother’s boat. But after they were several miles out at sea and well out ...read more

The Sin Of Ingratitude - Sermon By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on May 4, 2023

We are living in a generation of ingratitude. People take gratefulness for granted. Are we raising an ungrateful generation? Are we moving from a grateful generation to the entitled generation?

Phil 4:6 Introduction Gratitude is defined as a positive emotional reaction that serves a biological purpose. It’s the appreciation of the valuable and meaningful things in our lives There are sin that we do by action are know as the sin of commission while there are other sins we do by not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-18, James 4:17, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, Romans 1:21, Isaiah 42:8, Luke 12:13-21, Numbers 14:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Grab Jab

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 6, 2025

The Cure for Covetousness. Creation, redemption, and completion all declare one truth— Christ has provided everything we need.

Introduction The Sabbath has always been God’s weekly reminder that enough is enough. It whispers through the quiet hours: You can stop striving now; you already have Me. And yet, in a world that never stops chasing more — more success, more recognition, more possessions, more happiness — it’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17, Philippians 4:11, John 13:17, Psalm 23:1, John 19:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Thankfulness – The Great Antidote

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 20, 2025

Thankfulness humbles the heart, silences pride, and turns worship Godward, freeing us from comparison and restoring His glory.

Introduction – The Proud Lion A story is told of a lion who believed he was the undisputed king of the jungle. Confident and cocky, he bypassed the smaller animals and went straight to the bear. “Who is the king of the jungle?” the lion demanded. “You are, of course,” replied the bear. Pleased, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-2, James 4:6, Deuteronomy 8:17-18, James 1:17, 2 Corinthians 10:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Call Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 22, 2024

Psalm 66 is a corporate Psalm of Thanksgiving or Praise in response to the work of God in the lives of the people of Judah. This introductory message looks at the first four verses and the summons to praise - reflecting on the context of praise, the command to praise, and the content of our praise.

Psalm 66:1–4 ESV Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you. All the earth worships you and sings praises to you; they sing praises to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-4, Exodus 14:21, Joshua 3:14-17, Philippians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, James 2:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 3, 2025

A call to cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude that honours God, strengthens faith, and attracts continuous blessings.

A GRATEFUL HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Key Verse: “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 100:4, Colossians 3:15-17, Luke 17:11-19, Hebrews 13:15 INTRODUCTION A ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Remembering The Lord In The Days Of His Goodness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 23, 2025

A call to intentionally acknowledge, honour, and remain faithful to God during seasons of abundance, strength, and divine favour.

REMEMBERING THE LORD IN THE DAYS OF HIS GOODNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 12:1 Key Verse: “Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them.” (Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fullness Of Life Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Gratitude is an expression of our belief in Jesus and is important for living a full and abundant life in Christ.

So, Jesus is walking along and these ten guys with leprosy call out to him. They're like, "Jesus, have mercy on us!" And Jesus, being the awesome guy he is, heals them. But here's the kicker - only one of them comes back to say thanks. Jesus is like, "Wait a minute, didn't I heal ten of you? Where ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Romans 1:20-32

Topics: Gratitude, Abundant Life, Fullness In Christ

Give Thanks Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of gratitude in all circumstances, aligning with God's will, and being joyful, prayerful, and grateful, regardless of our situations.

Welcome church! I’m so grateful to see you all here today. Doris Day once said, “Gratitude is riches, complaint is poverty.” And as we gather together today with Thanksgiving fresh on our minds, there is so much for us to be grateful for. I hope that as I was sharing you were busy thinking of all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Giving Thanks, Joyful Living, Gratitude