Be Thankful for All His Benefits

As our society has become less religious over the years thanksgiving day has come to mean only family, food and football for many people. But the original intent of this day is something we in God's church should still observe. In this sermon Mr. Smith shows us that the Bible has much to say about our need to always be thankful to God for all the benefits he gives to each of us.

Gary Smith was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, but spent most of his youth in the Pasadena, California area. He graduated from Ambassador College in 1976 and he and his wife, Liz, moved to Peoria, Illinois. For the next six years he worked as a nursing home administrator in Illinois, Ohio, and Texas.
In 1982, he and Liz began to serve in the full-time ministry. Since that time, they have served in a number of congregations in the Midwest.
Gary and Liz now pastor in Houston, Texas near their two children and grandson.
Apart from pastoring, Gary enjoys hiking, playing and watching sports, reading and spending time with family.