Sermons on 1960s Music:

Music Lesson By The Tone Deaf. Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 5, 2003

A sermon that tries to compare the need for a rest in music with the need for rest for the Christian.

I am tone deaf. Those who have heard me sing can only agree with me. Thank goodness I am not in a denomination where the minister sings the liturgy. Yet today I would like to give you a Music lesson. The lesson I would like to teach is that in music there is a space for the rest. Much great music ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Miss The Music

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

We can get in such a rush with life that we miss God because of busyness.

Luke 1:46-55 KJV And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, [47] And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. [48] For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. [49] For he that is mighty hath done to me great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Pentecostal

Music Related To The Word Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 30, 2011

Though the musical establishment try to stop it, the Church will have music that gives primacy to the Word of God

Monday of 2nd Week of Easter St. Athanasius–2011 May 2, 2011 The coincidence of these readings with the Feast of St. Athanasius is, I believe, unique in our lifetime. That’s because Easter is rarely this late. It helps us understand that controversy is not unique to our age, and that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Catholic

Young People, Music And God

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Nov 24, 2003

The music appears first pages of the Bible. In Gn. 4.21, we read that "Youbal was the ancestor of all those which play of the toothing-stone and the blowtorch". Thus, the Bible gives to the music an important place in the human activities, as well as agri

Les jeunes, la musique et Dieu La musique apparaît des les premières pages de la Bible. En Gn. 4.21, nous lisons que "Youbal fut l’ancêtre de tous ceux qui jouent de la harpe et du chalumeau". Ainsi, la Bible donne  la musique une place importante dans les activités humaines, au même ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Soothing Music For A Seething Soul Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014

The third message in this series on David. Concerning the power that music has in worship.

DAVID—A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART 03—SOOTHING MUSIC FOR A SEETHING SOUL TEXT: 1 Samuel 16:13-23; 18:10; 19:9-10 1 Samuel 16:13-23 KJV Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the LORD came upon David from that day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sacred Ministry Of Music And Song

Contributed by Michael E. Bartee Sr. on Oct 8, 2018

The God ordained purpose for music and song is to usher in His presence.

Is your Worship experience in church entertaining, or edifying? To be edified means that we are made stronger spiritually, encouraged in the Lord, and inspired to live closer to Him. To be entertained means that we are mere spectators enjoying the sounds, light shows, fog, and performances, then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 25:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Epiphany—ambient Scent And Music.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 23, 2017

And I am not talking about retail atmospherics of pumping in scented candles and evergreen, with Christmas carols.

Epiphany—Ambient scent and music. In the beginning, Christmas was connected to music and scent. And I am not talking about retail atmospherics of pumping in scented candles and evergreen, with Christmas carols. In Heralding the birth of Jesus, angels sang and wise men provided fragrant gifts to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72:1-13, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

A Gateway To The Divine Or The Diabolical Music. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 3, 2024

Music has the ability to evoke emotions, inspire, and even influence our beliefs.

Music has the ability to evoke emotions, inspire, and even influence our beliefs. The Bible acknowledges the impact of music on our lives, warning us that it can lead us towards God or away from Him. *Music as a Gateway to God:* - Psalm 100:2 - "Worship the Lord with gladness; come before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:2, Ephesians 5:19, 1 Corinthians 10:2

The Power And Spirituality Of Anointed Music SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A teaching on: 1. The Importance, 2. The Power, 3. The Spirituality of anointed music in ministry.

Today, I want to discuss the significance, power, and spirituality of anointed music in ministry. Let's begin by looking at three Scripture passages: 2 Kings 3:14-15, 2 Chronicles 20:22, and 2 Chronicles 5:13-14. In 2 Kings 3:14-15, we see the prophet Elisha calling for a musician. Despite not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:14-15

Topics: Entertainment, Music, Spirituality

The Mission

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 30, 2013

The Civil Rights struggle in the Mississippi Delta, in the 1960's.

The Mission by Dr. Gale Ragan-Reid (9/30/2013) “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21, King James Version [The effects of Paul's bonds]. Greetings in the grace of Christ Jesus, Will you die for me? This powerful revelation, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Friends

Our Sacrifice Of Praise Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Feb 16, 2014

The music that we offer to God is a sacrifice under the New Covenant Priesthood. This lesson examines how we can know that our music is pleasing to God.

The first act of worship that we will examine is the music that we offer to the Lord. Our music is an example of a spiritual sacrifice that we give to God. It, like the sacrifices given by the priests, are a fulfillment of the system of OT worship. Just as we are the temple, the priests, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 2 Of 8 - Music And Church Series

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Oct 22, 2002

Outlines the purpose and benefits of music as a part of the worship experience.

Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 2 – Music and Church “Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music.” Psalm 98:4 “Sing to the LORD a new song, his praise in the assembly of the saints.” Psalm 149:1 If you come to church here on a Sunday morning you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Music - 3:16 And Us Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 11, 2005

Why would Paul emphasize the importance of music in our lives? What is it about "psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs" that can change our lives... and the lives of others around us?

OPEN: Jim Serian tells of the time when one of his congregation’s organizations “The Women’s League” wanted to announce a new project they had undertaken for the church. On that particular Sunday morning during the announcement time, the President of the Women’s League came up to announce a new ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel! Can You Hear The Music?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 3, 2013

Have A Passion For The Gospel. Let God have you. Let God transform You. Let God Love You. And if you do, your heart will begin to hear the music and your feet will learn to dance .... as never before.

For Those unfamiliar with an Anglican Service. There are four readings prior to the Sermon. Today's readings were 1 Kings 17: 8-24; Psalm 146; Galatians 1: 11-24; and Luke 7: 11-17 A family from a remote area .... was making their very first visit ... to the big city. They checked into the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Anglican

Jonah Makes Music In The Acid House

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 21, 2010

A talk given as part 2 of a 4 part series with Churches Together in Billericay. Jonah was finally doing the right thing. Jonah 2 is a Psalm of thanksgiving, contrition and rededication. As individuals and Churches can we join in with that Psalm?

In the winter of 1891 the whale-ship ‘Star of the East was in the vicinity of the Falkland Islands when it came within sight of a whale. Two boats were dispatched with harpoons to snare and kill the beast, but the lashing of its tail capsized one of the launches, spilling the crew into the sea. All ...read more

Denomination: Anglican