Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Introduction:
This Christmas season, we delve into the story of Joseph, exploring the profound impact of his obedient spirit. Discover how Joseph’s unwavering faith and readiness to follow God’s plan, even amidst challenging circumstances, exemplify a true Christmas spirit.

Scripture:
Matthew 1:18-24
Ecclesiastes 3:11
1 Timothy 6:11
Jeremiah 33:2-3
James 1:22-25

Sermon Points:
The Lord likes to interrupt our plans!
The Lord loves to use righteous people!
The Lord will speak and clarify!
Joseph had a Spirit of Obedience!

Closing:
If you want to have a Christmas Spirit, you must be like Mary and have a willing Spirit. But you also need to be like Joseph and possess a spirit of obedience. What have you been telling God no to? What is God asking you to surrender? A true Christmas spirit is an obedient spirit!

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Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Introduction:
Today as we start talking about having a Christmas Spirit. We are going to focus on having the Spirit of Mary!

Scripture:
– Luke 1:26-38
– Joel 2:28-29
– Acts 2:17-21
– John 14:12

Points:
– The Lord likes to use young people!
– The Lord still uses older people!
– Mary’s Spirit was willing!

Closing:
To truly celebrate Christmas, and have a Spirit of Christmas the first thing you got to be is be like Mary. To simply say, “I am the Lord’s servant. May everything you have said about me come true.”

If you would like to watch our past services, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/

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If you would like to give to Graham Chapel, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/

Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

We had to cut out a lot of testimony this morning because it is hard to hear but watch the full sermon on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/live/TpB48VRj_IU

Introduction:
Thankfulness isn’t just for this life; it’s a practice for eternity. When thankfulness becomes part of who you are, it’s inspiring. You don’t have to tell others about Christ’s work in your life; they can see it through your powerful thankfulness.

Scripture:
– Revelation 11:15-17
– Hebrews 12:28-29
– 2 Thessalonians 1:3-5

Sermon Points:
– Thankfulness inspires yourself!
– Thankfulness inspires other believers!
– Thankfulness inspires non-believers!

Closing:
As the holiday season approaches, how committed are you to thankfulness? It’s an essential quality for every believer, impacting worship, self-expression, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and inspiration to others. How thankful are you today?

If you would like to watch our past services, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/

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If you would like to give to Graham Chapel, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/

Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Introduction

Thankfulness is a tool, an attitude, and an expression. It’s important to remember that thankfulness comes before the fruits of the Spirit. We are called as believers to put forth the effort to be thankful, as it precedes the development of love, joy, peace, and other spiritual fruits.

Scripture References

Sermon Points

Closing

We will never have the capacity to be thankful until we take our eyes off the things of this world and fix our eyes on Jesus Christ, His kingdom, and the things of heaven to come. Thankfulness comes from faith, knowing that everything bad now will pass and the perfection and glory of Christ is coming. Thankfulness comes first, and the fruits of the Spirit will quickly follow!

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Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

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Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Introduction:
Thankfulness is a divine tool and an attitude that, through surrender to Christ, becomes an inherent part of us, overflowing as an expression of our faith.

Scripture References:
* Colossians 2:6-7
* John 10:26-28
* Ephesians 4:15
* James 1:2-3
* 2 Corinthians 3:18

Sermon Points:
* Thankfulness results as we continue to follow!
* Thankfulness results when our roots grow deep!
* Thankfulness results when our faith grows!

Closing:
No matter what comes our way thankfulness can become a natural expression of who we are as we belong to Christ Jesus our Lord. As 2 Corinthians 3:18 states, we are changed into His glorious image, and thankfulness is one of many attributes of becoming more like Christ.

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Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

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Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Thankfulness, as discussed last week, is a powerful tool from God for faith, worship, and giving Him glory, opening spiritual doors to our Heavenly Father. But thankfulness is also a vital attitude—a mental and emotional position, a state of readiness to respond in ways that please Christ and bring glory to His name. When thankfulness becomes an integral part of who you are, it transforms how you serve the Lord.

Scripture References:
* Philippians 4:6-7
* Philippians 4:11-13
* Colossians 3:1-4
* 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Sermon Points:
* Thankfulness is a form preparation!
* Thankfulness is a witness!
* Thankfulness sets you up for success!

Closing:
Thankfulness can be a conscious choice, like picking up a tool, but it also needs to become an attitude—a deliberate posture of readiness to give thanks. Are you willing to embrace this?

If you would like to watch our past services, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/

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If you would like to give to Graham Chapel, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/

Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Join us today as we discuss Jesus healing a man possessed by thousands of demons. This is a sad situation that Jesus rectifies in a powerful way. This account gives us insight into the authority that Jesus has in the spiritual realms.

Welcome back as we finish up the parables in chapter 4 and talk about Jesus calming the storm.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

Title: Thankfulness is a Tool

Introduction:
Thankfulness is an essential tool for all believers. It’s a sacrifice, a form of praise, and a key to personal growth in Jesus Christ. Just like any tool, the more you use it, the better you get with it. This sermon explores how thankfulness can be one of the greatest tools you have at your disposal and why it must be used regularly.

Scripture References:
* Psalm 50:14-15
* 1 Timothy 4:4-5
* Psalm 50:23
* Psalm 100:4
* Colossians 3:16-17
* Colossians 4:2

Sermon Points:
* Thankfulness is a form of faith!
* Thankfulness enables us to worship!
* Thankfulness removes a burden of responsibility!

Closing:
Perhaps the unfortunate circumstance of your life isn’t as unfortunate as it feels right now. Perhaps the valley you are going through will be the very thing that will catapult you in your walk with Christ! Thankfulness is the very tool you need right now to see you through this very painful thing that you are enduring. Thankfulness is not something that is going to come naturally! This is not a fruit of the Spirit. Thankfulness is a commitment! You have to decide whether or not you are going to pick that tool up and use it or leave it in the toolbox and keep complaining about what you can’t change. Let the Lord remove that burden from your life with a devoted thankfulness to celebrate who God is and all that he has done for you despite what you may be enduring.

If you would like to watch our past services, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/

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If you would like to give to Graham Chapel, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/

Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us.

God gives us a new heart that is tender, responsive, and filled with purpose. That purpose draws us into authentic community where devotion, awe, and unity define our lives as believers.

New hearts will devote themselves!

New hearts will have awe!

New hearts will come together!

If you would like to watch our past services, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/

Like and subscribe to our new YouTube channel, Graham Chapel Youth! We are producing some funny videos as well as live streaming our Wednesday night youth group: https://is.gd/grahamyouth.

If you would like to give to Graham Chapel, you can do so here: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/

Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC which is near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. We are affiliated with the Wesleyan denomination and have a diverse congregation. We would love to have you join us on Sunday mornings in person, or on Wednesdays with our youth! Visit our website to learn more.

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