Sermons on Avoiding Worship:

The Shema.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Oct 30, 2021

The Shema is said twice a day by the Jews. It was important to Jesus because it covered all the 10 Commandment in an easy way to remember and apply them to our lives. They are easy to learn and God uses them to either accept our offerings and sacrifices or not. This isn't salvation.

Sermon Title: The Shema. Scripture Text: Mark 12:28-34 Illustration: I was teaching the Senior Youth. I told them I could say the 10 commandment without saying them without memorization. Can you? In our text today, as usual, they were trying to trip Jesus up to entrap Him. Asking ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Hidden Agenda

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021

Why do you come to worship the LORD? Has anyone ever asked you that question? Maybe it's time to ask it of yourself. What does it mean to come to worship?

The Hidden Agenda Revelation Chapter 4 Michael H. Koplitz As we continue with our study of the book of Revelation, we come to John’s description of Heaven. Actually, what he describes in this chapter is the throne room of heaven. It is full of imagery and symbolism. Nevertheless, before we look at ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Praise God Because You Love Him

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 10, 2021

Why do we praise God? We do this to demonstrate our love for what God has done, is doing, and will do for us. It is a sign of appreciation

Praise God Because You Love Him Revelation 19:1-7 Michael H. Koplitz I think that one of the most challenging jobs out there is being a parent. If I were to rate the two parental jobs, being the mother or the father, I think being the mother has to be the toughest. I know as a father that I would ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Daniel (God As Judge) Part 1 (Chapter 1-6)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 3, 2022

NASB, footnotes from biblegateway.com

This is the time of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, the king who attempted to eradicate the Jewish religion in 167-165 BC (Don Gowan, PhD, www.pts.edu professor). Another very different view is from Marilyn Hickey: written 70 years around 605-536 B.C . authorship by him confirmed by Matthew 24: 15 and the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Bless The Lord, O My Soul: A Journey Into Psalm 103 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 27, 2023

Today, let's embark on a soul-enriching journey through the timeless words of Psalm 103:1-2. This passage, penned by David, beckons us to reflect on the boundless blessings of the Lord and invites us into a profound encounter with His grace.

Bless the Lord, O My Soul: A Journey into Psalm 103 Introduction: Today, let's embark on a soul-enriching journey through the timeless words of Psalm 103:1-2 in the New Living Translation. This passage, penned by David, beckons us to reflect on the boundless blessings of the Lord and invites ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2, John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Mean That The Day Of The Lord Will Come?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 7, 2024

The people of Judah had become prosperous and smug in their relationship with God and it can be applied to believers today.

What Does It Mean That the Day of The Lord Will Come? Joel 2:12-13, 2:28-32 The book of Joel is one of warning to the people of Judah and can be applied to believers today. The people of Judah had become prosperous and smug in their relationship with God. While underestimating God, they had become ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13, Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Songs We Sing: "holy Forever" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 12, 2025

As we think through this song, we are going to first look at a central belief that we hold about God… that He is Holy. Then we will look at the passage that inspired the song which is the vision of the Apostle John in Revelation chapter 4.

SONGS WE SING: ‘HOLY FOREVER’ Revelation 4:1-11 #HolyForever SING ‘HOLY FOREVER’ VIDEO: TIM HAWKINS ON ‘HAND RAISING CHURCH’ [2:39] INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing” and that previous video had little to do with the sermon other than the topic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Not Done With Israel Yet Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 19, 2025

This passage gives us insights into one key scene where we find that God isn't done with Israel yet.

- It’s easy to read this passage vaguely. There are some nice phrases in there that you could use as pegs to hang a sermon on. One obvious one is the glory of God returning - it would be easy to write an inspiring sermon off that idea. - But there is another way to preach this passage and that is ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 43:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"The Gospel Or The Glitter: Exposing The Strange Fire Of Bethel, Hillsong, And Elevation” Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 24, 2025

The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption.

I. INTRODUCTION: THE SPIRITUAL SEDUCTION OF STRANGE FIRE Text: Leviticus 10:1–2 Thesis: The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption. Explanation: The term 'strange fire' ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3

Psalm 8 - Insignificant Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 4, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 8

Verse 1 | LORD, our Lord, how magnificent is your name throughout the earth! You have covered the heavens with your majesty. • NET: how magnificent is your reputation… • LORD … YHWH…Personal Name…Covenantal Relationship) ** Jehovah ** • Lord … Adonai … King of the Universe…Authoritative ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord, He Is The God Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The Lord, he is the God

Psalm 99 The Lord, he is the God; (1Kings 18) 1. The Lord's Reign - 1 The Lord reigneth; let the people tremble: he sitteth between the cherubims; let the earth be moved. The Fact of His Reign - 1 The Lord reigneth; The Fear at His Reign - let the people tremble: The Fulfillment of ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

I will lift up mine eyes

Psalm 121 I will lift up mine eyes 1. The Personal Resolution - The Psalmist's Dedication - 1 I will lift up mine eyes - Resolved - To Look - When to Look - I will lift up mine eyes - Presently Where to Look - unto the hills - Prudently Why to Look - from whence cometh my help - ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

God's House Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

God's House

Psalm 122 God's House 1. The Place of Gladness Here The Inspiration - 1 I was glad The Invitation - when they said unto me, The Integration - Let us The Inclination - go into The Installation - the house of the Lord. There is Grace, Goodness, Godliness, and Glory in ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

No House Like God's House Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

No House like God's House

Psalm 132 No House like God's House 1. David's Afflictions - 1 Lord, remember David, and all his afflictions: 2. David's Agreements - 2 how he sware unto the Lord, and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob; 3. David's Intentions - His Resolve - 3 surely I will not come ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Praise Ye The Lord Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Praise ye the Lord

Psalm 135 Praise ye the Lord 1. The Call for Praise - The Person to Praise - 1 Praise ye the Lord. The Priority in Praise - Praise ye the name of the Lord; The People for Praise - praise him, O ye servants of the Lord. The Place of Praise - 2 Ye that stand in the house of the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness