Best Thanksgiving Sermons and New Ideas

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Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on gratitude and the blessings we share, and there’s no better way to capture the spirit of this season than through sermons that resonate with heartfelt appreciation. Whether you're a pastor seeking fresh inspiration or simply looking to deepen your understanding of thankfulness, these Thanksgiving sermons highlight themes of gratitude, joy, and community. From traditional messages of giving thanks for God’s gifts to reflections on gratitude in challenging times, these sermons offer powerful ways to connect with faith and celebrate Thanksgiving meaningfully.

Popular Thanksgiving Sermon Videos

How to Have a Happy Thanksgiving by Greg Laurie

 

How God Blesses Grateful Hearts by Rick Warren

 

Grace and Gratitude by Jack Graham

 

A Thankful Thanksgiving by Mike Fabarez

 

The Glorious Duty of Thanksgiving by Pastor John


Top Thanksgiving Sermon Podcasts

Giving Thanks Regardless by Chuck Swindoll

Gratitude: Thanksgiving Message by Inseong J Kim

Yahweh's Fall Holy Days: A Time for Thanksgiving by Rabbi K.A. Schneider

The Pilgrim's Beliefs and the Founding of America by David Wheaton

Thanksgiving: An Appreciation of a God-Centered Holiday by Don Kroah, Georgene Rice & Kevin McCullough

Unique Thanksgiving Sermon Ideas

Here are 5 fresh sermon ideas that add unique angles to traditional Thanksgiving themes to resonate deeper with your congregation.

Finding Gratitude in the Smallest Moments
Instead of only focusing on major life blessings, encourage the congregation to reflect on small, everyday moments where God's presence shines through. Challenge everyone to keep a “micro-gratitude” journal for one week, jotting down these moments and reflecting on how God works even in life's small details.

Unexpected Gifts of Faith: Stories from the Least Expected
Share biblical and contemporary stories of people who found faith and gratitude in unexpected places, such as Ruth, who remained grateful and faithful despite loss, or current stories of people finding hope in unlikely places. This unique perspective can help the congregation see God’s gifts in situations they might overlook.

Reclaiming Joy in a Fast-Paced World
This sermon could focus on the concept of "Sabbath gratitude"—taking time to slow down and intentionally find joy and gratitude in our hectic schedules. Introduce this as a Thanksgiving “reset” to practice slowing down and savoring the blessings they may typically rush past.

The Act of "Radical Gratefulness"
In this sermon, delve into the idea of “radical gratitude”—being thankful for both good and challenging times. Reflect on biblical figures who practiced gratitude in adversity, and encourage people to view even their struggles as a chance to grow closer to God.

Legacy of Gratitude: Passing Down Thankfulness
Emphasize the importance of passing on the value of gratitude to younger generations. Illustrate with examples of families who have traditions of thankfulness and inspire the congregation to begin their own Thanksgiving rituals that celebrate God’s enduring gifts for years to come.

Scriptures for Thanksgiving Sermons

1 Thessalonians 5:18
"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus".

Psalm 100:4
"Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name".

Colossians 3:15
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts... And be thankful".

Philippians 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything... present your requests to God".

1 Chronicles 16:34
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever".

Psalm 107:1
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever".

Hebrews 12:28
"Let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe".

Psalm 69:30
"I will praise the name of God with a song; I will magnify him with thanksgiving".

James 1:17
"Every good and perfect gift is from above".

Ephesians 5:20
"Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything".

Visit Crosswalk's Thanksgiving Facebook page at www.facebook.com/iAmThankful.


This article is part of our larger Thanksgiving Resource Library. Learn about the first Thanksgiving, what Thanksgiving means in the Bible, how to get along with your family, and ways you can make this celebration more meaningful.

30 Best Thanksgiving Bible Verses for Showing Gratitude
A Prayer of Thanks to God
Examples of Thanksgiving in the Bible
Thank You God! 10 Prayers of Praise and Thanksgiving
35 Thanksgiving Prayers and Blessings to Share with Family and Friends
How to "Give Thanks in All Things"

 

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Best Thanksgiving Sermons and New Ideas

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Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on gratitude and the blessings we share, and there’s no better way to capture the spirit of this season than through sermons that resonate with heartfelt appreciation. Whether you're a pastor seeking fresh inspiration or simply looking to deepen your understanding of thankfulness, these Thanksgiving sermons highlight themes of gratitude, joy, and community. From traditional messages of giving thanks for God’s gifts to reflections on gratitude in challenging times, these sermons offer powerful ways to connect with faith and celebrate Thanksgiving meaningfully.

Popular Thanksgiving Sermon Videos

How to Have a Happy Thanksgiving by Greg Laurie

 

How God Blesses Grateful Hearts by Rick Warren

 

Grace and Gratitude by Jack Graham

 

A Thankful Thanksgiving by Mike Fabarez

 

The Glorious Duty of Thanksgiving by Pastor John


Top Thanksgiving Sermon Podcasts

Giving Thanks Regardless by Chuck Swindoll

Gratitude: Thanksgiving Message by Inseong J Kim

Yahweh's Fall Holy Days: A Time for Thanksgiving by Rabbi K.A. Schneider

The Pilgrim's Beliefs and the Founding of America by David Wheaton

Thanksgiving: An Appreciation of a God-Centered Holiday by Don Kroah, Georgene Rice & Kevin McCullough

Unique Thanksgiving Sermon Ideas

Here are 5 fresh sermon ideas that add unique angles to traditional Thanksgiving themes to resonate deeper with your congregation.

Finding Gratitude in the Smallest Moments
Instead of only focusing on major life blessings, encourage the congregation to reflect on small, everyday moments where God's presence shines through. Challenge everyone to keep a “micro-gratitude” journal for one week, jotting down these moments and reflecting on how God works even in life's small details.

Unexpected Gifts of Faith: Stories from the Least Expected
Share biblical and contemporary stories of people who found faith and gratitude in unexpected places, such as Ruth, who remained grateful and faithful despite loss, or current stories of people finding hope in unlikely places. This unique perspective can help the congregation see God’s gifts in situations they might overlook.

Reclaiming Joy in a Fast-Paced World
This sermon could focus on the concept of "Sabbath gratitude"—taking time to slow down and intentionally find joy and gratitude in our hectic schedules. Introduce this as a Thanksgiving “reset” to practice slowing down and savoring the blessings they may typically rush past.

The Act of "Radical Gratefulness"
In this sermon, delve into the idea of “radical gratitude”—being thankful for both good and challenging times. Reflect on biblical figures who practiced gratitude in adversity, and encourage people to view even their struggles as a chance to grow closer to God.

Legacy of Gratitude: Passing Down Thankfulness
Emphasize the importance of passing on the value of gratitude to younger generations. Illustrate with examples of families who have traditions of thankfulness and inspire the congregation to begin their own Thanksgiving rituals that celebrate God’s enduring gifts for years to come.

Scriptures for Thanksgiving Sermons

1 Thessalonians 5:18
"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus".

Psalm 100:4
"Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name".

Colossians 3:15
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts... And be thankful".

Philippians 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything... present your requests to God".

1 Chronicles 16:34
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever".

Psalm 107:1
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever".

Hebrews 12:28
"Let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe".

Psalm 69:30
"I will praise the name of God with a song; I will magnify him with thanksgiving".

James 1:17
"Every good and perfect gift is from above".

Ephesians 5:20
"Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything".

Visit Crosswalk's Thanksgiving Facebook page at www.facebook.com/iAmThankful.


This article is part of our larger Thanksgiving Resource Library. Learn about the first Thanksgiving, what Thanksgiving means in the Bible, how to get along with your family, and ways you can make this celebration more meaningful.

30 Best Thanksgiving Bible Verses for Showing Gratitude
A Prayer of Thanks to God
Examples of Thanksgiving in the Bible
Thank You God! 10 Prayers of Praise and Thanksgiving
35 Thanksgiving Prayers and Blessings to Share with Family and Friends
How to "Give Thanks in All Things"

 

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