It is late fall and in today's message Pastor Don focuses on the giving of thanks.  It's two weeks before Thanksgiving, but this is such an important theme that he has chosen to start early!  In his typical style of providing an easily understood message Pastor Don brakes this message into four parts, all building on the importance of having a joyful and giving spirit.  He concludes with pointing out that everyday we have an opportunity to give thanks with a sincere heart.

Message Outline -

The early Pilgrims, 102 came to America. 55 men, 47 women, 10 children died that first year. How could they have a “Thanksgiving” meal with those losses?

Psalms 100 is a song of praise and thanksgiving. Some think it to be part of a “Cantata”.

#I         The joy of the summons. Vs. 1&2

a.                   The holy duties we are summoned to.

b.                  Ephesians 2:10

c.                   Ephesians 5:19,  Colossians 3:16

d.                  Serving brings enjoyment.

#II        The basics of this holy summons. Vs. 3

 a.          The Lord is God.

b.              I Corinthians 6:19 & 20

c.              The 8 cow wife.

#III.     Cultivate your spirit of thanksgiving. Vs. 4

a.               Josh Hamilton.

b.              They enter the gates with praise.

c.                They brought praise and worship with them.

d.               The joy of worship will over flow.

#IV      The reason to cultivate Vs 5

            a.         Family tradition

            b.         Daniel to Paul & Silas

Conclusion:

Each day, “How you doing.”