Because of You! | Shoreline Church | Pastor Rob Koke | Sermon

As we prepare for Thanksgiving, Pastor Rob Koke delivers a heartfelt mini-message on the transformative power of gratitude. Drawing from **1 Thessalonians 5:18** ("In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you") and the story of the ten lepers in **Luke 17:11-19**, Pastor Rob reminds us that gratitude isn’t just a feeling—it’s an action.

Explore the "Who, What, and When" of gratitude:

- **The Who**: Recognize God as the ultimate benefactor and the people He uses to bless us (James 1:17, 1 Corinthians 1:4).

- **The What**: Celebrate the big and small gifts in life, from creation to daily acts of kindness (Psalm 136).

- **The When**: Express gratitude quickly and specifically, letting it cultivate joy in your life (Eucharisteo: grace, thanks, joy).

Gratitude is a rhythm—a habit—that deepens joy and builds meaningful connections. This Thanksgiving, let’s pause, reflect, and express thanks to God and the people who make life so rich.

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### Key Scriptures:

- **1 Thessalonians 5:18** - "In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you."

- **James 1:17** - "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights."

- **Luke 17:11-19** - The story of the one leper who returned to give thanks.

- **Psalm 136** - "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever."