Thanksgiving Starts From the Heart, Not the Stomach
Ps. 26, 2 Cor. 9
  1. God sees into our very depths of our soul - Ps. 26
    1. Knows our intents
    2. Knows our deeds
    3. Knows our wants
    4. Knows our desires
    5. Knows our thanksgiving
    6. Knows where we stand - vs. 12

  1. Thanksgiving is more than all that comes with the fourth Thursday of November.

    It is more than just reflection on our blessings, more than just a small (or large) prayer, more than wishing people a good time, more than just being with our families…


    2. It is…
    1. Living right for the Lord (26:1b) …I shall not slide.
    2. Being found "worthy" (in Christ) 2
    3. Telling of His goodness and works vs. 7
    4. Loving His House vs. 8
    5. Being true to Him

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    One of the greatest signs of real thanksgiving, is our…
  2. Caring for His work and His servants - 2 Cor. 9:1

    1. Consistently giving
    2. Continually planning for His works' successes vs. 5
    3. Graciously giving as God has blessed. Vs. 6
    4. Willingly giving vs. 7
    5. Expectantly giving (not for self-glory but expecting God to bless our efforts and gifts.
    6. Giving for all time. (Some of the Corinthian's gifts have gave through the ages - WILL OUR GIFTS GO BEFORE US???)
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