In this episode, pastor Ben Smith explains the biblical meaning of thanksgiving through Psalm 106. Unlike secular gratitude, which often focuses on personal blessings or accomplishments, true thanksgiving is a worshipful response to God’s character, mercy, and faithfulness.

The sermon unfolds in three parts:

A thankful heart is focused on who God is – God’s goodness, His inexhaustible praise, and faithful provision.

A thankful heart confesses the reality of sin – examining Israel’s unfaithfulness and the importance of personal confession.

A thankful heart rejoices in God’s faithfulness – celebrating His undeserved mercy and steadfast covenant love.

Listeners are encouraged to consider how a God-centered heart transforms gratitude into authentic, enduring worship.

Key Scripture: Psalm 106

Speaker: Pastor Ben Smith
Series: Thanksgiving
Format: Expository Sermon\

Find Out More:

Ben Smith is the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Waycross, GA.

Additional podcasts, books, and downloadable PDFs of Pastor Ben’s sermon outlines and manuscripts are available at http://bensmithsr.org.

You can find information about Central Baptist Church at cbcwaycross.org.

This sermon was originally preached on 11/23/2025.