Sermons on Centralized Worship:

God Pleasing Worship

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 24, 2021

Examines worship that is pleasing to God, from John 4. Part of series preaching through John.

John 4 (1) - Read John 4:4-42 Jesus and His disciples were traveling through Samaria. He is tired, so He sits down by a well, while His disciples head into town to get something to eat. After He sits down, a woman from the town comes out to get some water. When she comes out, she is surprised ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose - True Worship Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 14, 2021

Message about what worship and how it is our purpose.

Purpose of Worship Introduction John 4 is a unique and intriguing story. It seems to be that Jesus leaves Judea and goes to Galilee to get away from the division that the Pharisees were trying to create. They were trying to divide the camp of John the Baptist and Jesus. They were going in the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-36

Denomination: Church Of God

Ethos #6 Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 16, 2019

Worship is a spiritual action that connects a person to God through praise, submission, and trust.

I’d like to ask you a very personal question, why do you come to worship every Sunday morning? Have you ever really thought about why you get up, get dressed, rush around and come to this retro building? If we polled the room, the responses are as numerous as the people here. The churchie answer ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Priority Of True Worship Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 8, 2021

Though is necessary that nothing hinders true worship, the solemn lesson is that God desires pure worship in the inner most man.

LUKE 19: 45-48 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] THE PRIORITY OF TRUE WORSHIP [Malachi 3:1-6] The expelling of the traffickers from the Temple was on the day after Jesus’ triumphal entry. Jesus comes into the temple, the ultimate place of religious significance in all Jerusalem, and finds worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:45-48, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Having A Heart Of Worship

Contributed by Emily Jache on Sep 28, 2020

Is your heart in the worship? Are you experiencing roadblocks?

Today’s message, we’re going to be talking about worship. This is something at may appear to be simple, but yet it’s much more complex that you may think. Worship in the NIV bible is mentioned 256 times. The definition of worship is to show reverence or adoration towards God. When you want to show ...read more

Giving Is An Act Of Worship

Contributed by John Dixon on Jul 1, 2019

Clara Null of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma told of living in a small town with one bank and three churches. Early one Monday morning, the bank called all three churches with the same request. “Could you bring in Sunday’s collection right away?” We’re out of one-dollar bills.”

Giving Is An Act Of Worship Proverbs 3:5-10 NASB Giving can be a very touchy subject for many people. The reputation of the Church has been damaged by folks who have abused others for their own selfish gain. But the excesses of a few wicked folks do not absolve you from your responsibilities. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Victory Through Worship

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 26, 2025

Worship is a spiritual weapon that brings down strongholds, breaks limitations, and releases divine victory into the lives of God’s people.

VICTORY THROUGH WORSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 6:20 Key Verse: “So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets: and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat, so that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Heart Of True Worship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 5, 2025

This is the 43rd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#43] THE HEART OF TRUE WORSHIP Luke 11:37-54 Introduction: This morning, we are going look at what true worship really is. In our text, Jesus talks to the religious leaders of His time. He shows us that worship is not just about doing religious things or looking good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

Worship At First Christmas

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

True worship is always measured by the response of the heart to God.

A. WORSHIP 1. The effectiveness of worship is not measured by music, our words, or the place. 2. True worship is always measured by the response of the heart to God. 3. True worship is measured by the transformation of the worshipper. 4. True worship never allows us to remain the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:2-20, Luke 1:35

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Beyond Walls

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025

Worship is more than the songs we sing in church; it is a lifestyle that extends beyond the physical walls of any building.

WORSHIP BEYOND WALLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:20-24 Supporting Texts: Acts 16:25-26, Hebrews 13:15, Romans 12:1-2, Psalm 34:1, Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION: Worship is more than the songs we sing in church; it is a lifestyle that extends beyond the physical walls of any ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worship That Attracts Divinity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025

God is not just looking for worship; He is seeking true worshippers—men and women whose hearts are fully yielded to Him.

WORSHIP THAT ATTRACTS DIVINITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:23-24 Supporting Texts: Psalm 22:3, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Acts 16:25-26, Psalm 100:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Worship is one of the highest expressions of intimacy with God. It is not merely about singing or the rhythm of music but ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worship Of The Living Creatures

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 11, 2024

Something beautiful happened when the living creatures began to worship God. Heaven came alive (to life), and all of heaven joined in to worship God. All of heaven was in one chorus worshipping God. All of heaven joined in a song of praise and adoration to God.

Whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to Him who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever, the twenty-four elders fall down before Him who sits on the throne and worship Him who lives forever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne. Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:9-10

Greatness Through Worship Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 30, 2024

Worship should be done in "Spirit and in Truth"... but what does that mean? How will I know when I've worshipped that way? And what difference would it make if didn't worship that way?

OPEN: A few years ago, Scott (our Family Minister) and I heard that a church building over by High School was for sale and Scott thought it would be a great place for a youth outreach program (Scott’s a genius at lining up grants for things like that). Obviously, we didn’t purchase it … but we did ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship (Deuteronomy 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 31, 2024

How has worship changed since the old covenant? Let's review Deuteronomy 12.

What did God detest about pagan worship? Does the Bible teach us how we now worship God if special places are no longer necessary? Let’s look in Deuteronomy 12. What was Israel to do with the idols left behind by the nations they were to drive out of the land? These are the statutes and the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Worshiping At The Temple Of Aphrodite Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Feb 21, 2025

Aphrodite, like so much of what the world worships, is a false god offering a very false and imperfect form of love. Versus the one true God that we believe in representing TRUE LOVE. Today we are going to be studying “The Love Chapter,” as it is called. 1 Corinthians chapter 13.

INTRODUCTION: Over the last two Sundays we have been exploring what the Bible says about love… specifically the kind of love that God demonstrates for us, gives to us, and is for us. We talked about how there are different forms of love, some very shallow and feeling based, some that are more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:31, 1 John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ