Sermons on Attending Worship:

What's Missing In Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 2, 2007

What is missing from our worship? Do we know it is missing? Why is it missing? How do we get it back?

Encountering God – Part 7 – What’s Missing from Worship? Introductory story: Paul Harvey tells a story about an attractive airline stewardess who was being hounded by two flirts – one at the front of the plane, the other at the back. She was obviously very put-off by the very forward advances ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

2. 3 Keys To Unlocking True Worship Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 3, 2004

3 principles found in God’s word for how to unlock deeper experiences of worship in your life.

The Heart of Worship 2. 3 Keys to Unlocking True Worship Don Jaques July 31/Aug 1, 2004 INTRODUCTION Have you ever been underwhelmed? You know what I mean, you hear a huge buildup for some big event or some great place only to find out it’s not what everyone said it should be. How many of you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why In The World Did You Come To Worship Today?

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2001

Why in the world do we come to worship, when there are movies to watch, games to go to, and web pages to surf?

In a television program I watch, there is an episode in which the minister stood up before the congregation. It was a vast sanctuary -- but it was almost empty. The minister looked out upon all of the empty seats and surveyed the 4 lonely people in the congregation -- one young man, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Return To True Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 21, 2024

God is to be worshiped as both "Father" and "Spirit.” Spirit is nature. Father is relationship. The issue of worship is not where and when it is done as much as who and how.

Topic: A RETURN TO TRUE WORSHIP: Objective: “Understanding the meaning, function, purpose and responsibility of being a New Testament priest” KEY SCRIPTURE; 1 PETER 2;1-10 The Ark of God's presence will return to our midst when we return to true worship. This is not worship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Can These Bones Live

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 15, 2017

AND IF THE BONES IN THAT VALLEY CAN LIVE THAT MEANS THERE HOPE FOR THE BONES IN OUR VALLEY TODAY AND YOU DO KNOW THAT THERE IS SOME BONES IN OUR VALLEYS

Ezekiel 37:1-5 1 (KJV) The hand of the Lord was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the Lord, and set me down in the midst of the valley which was full of bones, [2] And caused me to pass by them round about: and, behold, there were very many in the open valley; and, lo, they were very ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do People Leave Churches? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 4, 2014

John's most basic concern is to give this church confidence again in what they have believed about Jesus. And he reminds them that this message is carried by the church that listens to the Apostles, and it isn't found anywhere else.

Sermon by Rev John Altmann There are a number of ways that people leave churches, for both good and bad reasons. A good reason to leave is to be sent out to serve in another place. We've seen that recently with Heather and Adam. They spent two years with us practicing their ministry, trying things ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Anglican

Encourage, Energize, And Engage Series

Contributed by Jay Baines on Aug 5, 2021

This sermon details the importance of the ministry of encouragement that is the responsibility of every believer. To effectively progress in our faith and help others do the same, we must encourage each other daily.

Encourage, Energize, and Engage Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24-25; Romans 15:4; Romans 1:12 Introduction: “I have never met anyone suffering from too much encouragement in Christ.” -Ray Ortlund This morning we are going to look at three of these “one another” commands found in the book of Hebrews. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 15:4, Romans 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's House (Ps 122)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 21, 2026

Are we glad to attend a church where God's word is preached?

Are we glad to assemble with fellow imperfect saints to praise the name of the Lord? Let’s begin in Psalm 122. A Song of Ascents. By David. (WEB) Though we don’t go to the temple in ancient Jerusalem, are we glad to go somewhere the Bible is preached? Oh sure, the people there are very faulty, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pack Your Pew

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 30, 2024

This message was preached for our "Pack Your Pew" Sunday with the emphasis of why coming/going to church was important. One of my emphases was that coming here is not nearly as important as going somewhere.

PACK YOUR PEW Why Do I Need To Go To Church Anyway? Hebrews 10:25 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Iworship Part 1: Why Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

True worship begins with a clear picture of who we are in light of who God is.

iWorship Part 1: Why iWorship “To worship God is to ascribe to Him supreme worth, for He alone is worthy.” -Ralph P. Martin "Worship in the Early Church" Icebreaker: I heard a cute story the other day about a little boy named Chris. He was going up the steps to a large church. He saw 3 statues ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Iworship Part 2: Who Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

True worship always transcends personal preferences to focus on Jesus.

iWorship Part 2: Who iWorship Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that confess his name.” -Hebrews 13:15 Icebreaker: Did you that our view of God determine our approach to Him? I’ve got some copies of some kids’ letters to God here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Iworship Part 3: How Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

A lifestyle of worship always results in relationship, repentance, rulership, and renewal.

iWorship Part 3: How iWorship Icebreaker: Quick. What comes to mind when you hear the word, “Worship?” Probably “music,” right? But you know, music is just one method we’re supposed to use to worship God. But since last week we focused so extensively on music, I want to share some pretty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Iworship Part 4: When Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

True worship cannot be confined to a time or place, it is a daily response of all we are to all God is.

iWorship Part 4: When iWorship Key Scripture: John 12:1-22 Key Thought: God isn’t looking for more workers, He’s looking for more worshippers. Icebreaker: Video: The Gift of Worship Intro: Let’s talk about worship this morning. Let’s talk about the fact that worship Is more than just singing. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm Yours! Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Apr 24, 2009

Genuine worship informs the mind about God, inundates the heart with the Spirit, and initiates the body into Christ-likeness.

On April 21st of last years the Associated Press reported: Another round and amen! Beer was on tap and a mechanical bull inspired the sermon as a new church held its inaugural service in a western Ohio bar. The Country Rock Church drew about 100 people to Sunday night’s meeting at the Pub Lounge ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

This psalm moves us to a greater spirit of thanksgiving in our worship.

Psalm 100 Thanksgiving 11/23/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction We are taking a break from our 1 Corinthian series to consider the subjects of thanksgiving and Christ’s birth. These are fun themes and I hope you will be moved to a greater spirit of thanksgiving during this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed