Sermons on Adore:

Instruction In Worship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 22, 2019

As King David brought the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem, following a twenty-year absence from the Tabernacle, he instructed the people in worship for such a momentous occasion. The principles David shared remain relevant for our day.

Instruction in Worship 1 Chronicles 16: 23-29 This was a special time in the history of Israel. David had been anointed king over all of Israel and was ruling on the throne. God had given them victory over the Philistines and preparations were being made to bring the Ark of the Covenant back to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

"shout For Joy To The Lord"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2019

A sermon for the Sunday before Thanksgiving.

“Shout for Joy to the Lord” Psalm 100 Theologians have often pointed out that we human beings tend to engage in acts of worship, whether we believe in God or not. We all have objects that we praise: a musical instrument, an actor or actress or even an awesome view. “It’s amazing or ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

A Christmas Carol Stave 5, Christmas Eve

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 22, 2018

This finishes up our series by showing how Christmas changes people. In this case that the Magi left Bethelhem changed men.

Here we are it’s Christmas Eve, which brings us to the end of our A Christmas Carol Series at Cornerstone. Through the past four weeks we’ve been using Dickens’ most famous story as a frame work for the Christmas story. If you aren’t familiar with A Christmas Carol, it is divided up into five ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

First Love

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Jan 28, 2019

Bone of my Bones and Flesh of my Flesh. That my friends was the First Love. On the Sixth day, God created man and woman (ISHA) and He did it because of LOVE.

HOLY FATHER...we are here in Your presence... to WORSHIP and Adore You. We are here to listen to Your every word... To be filled with Your Almighty Wisdom and Strength We praise You and bless You and Your ALMIGHTY Name YAHWEH LET THIS BE OUR CALL TO WORSHIP SCRIPTURE Genesis 2:20-23 (NKJV) [20] So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:20-23, Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 3:20, John 3:16-17

Denomination: *other

How Big Do You Consider Your Debt? Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 22, 2018

Gratitude, Grace, Humility, Thankfulness

JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - How Big Do You Consider Your Debt? October 28, 2018 Luke 7:36-50 (p. 721) Introduction: I’ve got three dogs…Buck, Tucker and Evie…Buck usually is in the side yard in a place we have fenced off for him when he’s not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rest For The Stressed

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 23, 2020

Jesus is as much a burden as a working parachute is a burden on the back of a skydiver.

Mask or no mask? Go out to eat or dine in? Send the kids to school or keep them home? 2020 is shaping up to be one of the most stressful years many of us have experienced thanks to COVID. We want this pandemic to be over! We want to be free to move about and to visit who we want when we want. We’re ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Trust In God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 5, 2020

“Do you have a deep, consistent, abiding sense of peace?” What is the indicator of perfect peace? If you have an undisturbed and sound sleep, then you are at perfect peace. Read further...

Text: Isaiah 26:1-4 Theme: Trust in the Lord Introduction: The Lord is good; His love endures forever. God willing, we will meditate on the theme, HOPE AMIDST DESPAIR, throughout August. Almost all of us are going through tough situations, hopelessness despite resources and people around us. Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Telltale Signs Of A Carnal Christian

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 22, 2020

4 telltale signs of a carnal Christian from 2 Corinthians 12:11-21 (Adapted from Bob Russell's book on 2 Corinthians called "Take Comfort")

HoHum: A famous sportscaster said that, for him, the start of the Indianapolis 500 was the most spectacular event in sports. To see those turbocharged automobiles roaring around Turn 4 and zooming across the starting line at 200 miles an hour to start the world’s most famous race is an incredible ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'm Blessed And Highly Favored

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jul 11, 2020

Just knowing that the Lord has blessed you!

When we look at the idea of being “blessed and highly favored” we see that it comes from the Gospel of St. Luke. If we were to look closely, we will notice the exchange that happens here: the Bible says "Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Inheritance Factor Part 7 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018

21st and message in a series on the wonder of God as our loving Father and our responsibility as His kids. This message continues (Part 7) a discussion of our future inheritance: heaven.

“The Reward & Inheritance Factor” Pt 7 (The Fatherhood of God Message 21) X. The Reward and Inheritance Factor A. PRESENT AND FUTURE REWARD B. FUTURE INHERITANCE C. INTERMEDIATE HOME D. RENEWED HEAVEN AND EARTH 1. The physical aspects of life on the new earth 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-8, Ezekiel 37:26-28, 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why The Lord's Prayer Works Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 30, 2018

The closing section of the Lord's Prayer ... for yours is the kingdom etc ... is not from the NT. Yet, closing the prayer this way gives us a pattern to get us through life and death

Message Why Prayer Works A sermon on 1 Chronicles 29:11 The Lord’s Prayer is used by Christians all around the world. You may or may not know that the Lord’s Prayer is found in the Bible. You also may or may not know that there are two versions of the Lord’s Prayer written in the Bible. Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Boiling Water Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 16, 2018

Message 34 in our exposition of Romans. This message continues consideration of the characteristics of unhypociritacal love; specifically a fervent spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Boiling Water” Romans 12:11 ? Discern that the power of diligence comes from employing the energy of the Spirit and enlisting the encouragement of the saints. The second phrase in this verse indicates the power source of life and love. “In regard to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14, John 7:37-39

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Characters Of Christmas: Joseph Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Joseph's place at the manger.

There is no greater Christmas classic than Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, and there is no greater Christmas character than poor George Bailey. He’s even referred to several times throughout the film as “poor George.” You’re probably familiar with the story. George Bailey is introduced to us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Mary's Song Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 1, 2017

Humility, God's Greatness, Surrender

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS - Mary’s Song December 4, 2022 Luke 1:46-56 (read after intro) Introduction: If you do a Google search for Christmas songs you’ll pull up around 55 million websites. But if you refine the search you can look under Keywords “Songs of Christmas” and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Righteousness Based On Love, Not Law"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 9, 2017

A sermon about Jesus' earthly father--Joseph.

“Righteousness Based on Love, Not Law” Matthew 1:18-25 What is the first image that pops into your mind when you hear the word “righteous”? Do you think of some fire and brimstone preacher with beady eyes who points his finger at sinners and declares them guilty in the eyes of an angry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist