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  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Why Worship?

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 2, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 13,728 views

    This message examines 3 reasons why we worship God. Personal testimonies about worship from others are used in point #2.

    “WHY WORSHIP?” Ps. 115 INTRO – As I conclude this series of “Why” sermons, there were so many different directions that I could have gone w/ these topics – “Why give…minister…witness…share…give the pastor and staff a raise…” But over the last 4 weeks, felt led to preach on “Why pray…serve…be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    How To Worship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 4,799 views

    A message on the elements of worship.

    HOW TO WORSHIP Genesis 4:1-6 INTRO: What is worship to you? Is it attending church on Sunday? Is it praying and Bible reading? It is teaching a Sunday School class? Genesis four reports man’s first experience in worship. The acceptability of Abel’s worship revolved around his attitude. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Music In Worship

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Feb 24, 2004
    based on 112 ratings
     | 15,548 views

    This is an examination of the kind of music that God deems acceptable in the worship of the Lord’s Church.

    From the earliest days, music has played an important element in the worship of God. In both the Old and New Testaments, one can read of the use of music in worship. During the last 1600-1700 years, there has been much controversy as to the nature of acceptable music in Christian worship. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    What Is Worship? Series

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 401 ratings
     | 22,747 views

    This is a basic definition of worship.

    Worship is a broad term. Some have said that it defies explanation. Merriam-Webster defines worship as, “to honor or reverence as a divine being or supernatural power” or “to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion” following up with “to perform or take part in worship or an ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Priority Of Worship

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
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    We begin looking at the priority of worship when it comes to an Audience of One.

    “The Priority of Worship” Genesis 22:5; Matthew 2:2 Genesis 22:5 hebrew - (shachah) prostrate, depress Matthew 2:2 greek - (pros-ku-ne-o) prostrate; adore; reverence; homage A. The DEFINITION of Worship. 1 Chronicles 16:29; Psalm 108:3-5; 95:1-2; 100:4 Worship: Whatever holds your mind’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Product Of Worship

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
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    Worship has many benefits as we serve a Holy God

    “The Product of Worship” Daniel 6:1-28 A. Daniel had an EXCELLENT SPIRIT in him. (vv. 1-3) EXEMPLIFIED LIFE B. Daniel incurred the ENVY of his co-workers. (vv. 4-5) C. Daniel EXPERIENCED opposition from his detractors. (vv. 6-9) D. Daniel EVIDENCED his trust in God in spite of very difficult ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Petticrew avatar

    No Compromise On Worship Series

    Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 85 ratings
     | 8,482 views

    A look at Daniel chapter 3 where we learn that we musn’t compromise on worship and see that this is not just about facing death, but overcoming day to day niggles and annoyances.

    This morning I’d like to introduce you to a book, for those of you that know me you may be surprised to learn that this book is not by J K Rowling or Tolkein. In fact its not even a science fiction book. It’s a little book called “The Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook.” And it’s just a manual, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Kim Huffman avatar

    The Church- At Worship Series

    Contributed by Kim Huffman on Mar 30, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,996 views

    In this seermon we will look at what worship is not, what it is and what happens when we truly worship.

    Kim Huffman 1/11/4 Goshen Christian Church God’s Pattern for the Church #2 “THE CHURCH – AT WORSHIP” Mt. 15:7-9 & John 4:23,24 INTRODUCTION We come to church and what we do we call a worship service. But is it possible for us to go through the whole service and not worship? What does it mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Randall Terrill avatar

    Worship With Enthusiasm

    Contributed by Randall Terrill on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 57 ratings
     | 4,078 views

    How do we focus our attention on God?

    Worship with Enthusiasm Matthew 17:1013 Introduction: 1. What is Enthusiasm? (God in You) 2. Worship is the occupation of the heart with God Himself. 3. Every worship service should include: I. The Call to Worship: a. A call to attention b. A call to recognize God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hindrances To Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 24, 2001
    based on 157 ratings
     | 24,925 views

    Why is our worship sometimes hindered

    A Worship—Filled Life Part 4 Hindrances to Worship Pastor Jeff Seaman Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge. (NIV) SIX HINDRANCES TO WORSHIP 1. PRIDE is a hindrance you must overcome to be a true worshiper. Luke 9:26 26 If anyone is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Learning To Worship

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 14, 2001
    based on 135 ratings
     | 8,991 views

    We learn to worship when we have a vision of who God is, understand who we are in relation to him, and learn to love him.

    I once read the story of Fritz Kreisler, the master violinist, who discovered that an Englishman had acquired a rare Stradivarius violin. After a long search for the man, he traveled to his home and offered to buy the instrument. However, the Englishman told Kreisler that the instrument ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jehu Hernandez avatar

    David's Worship

    Contributed by Jehu Hernandez on Jan 20, 2001
    based on 295 ratings
     | 30,055 views

    David practiced a true, biblical worship of God because he was passionate about God.

    Jesus said that the Father is looking for people who would worship Him in spirit and in truth. This type of worship is more than what we now call “praise and worship”. We so often judge a church by their “praise and worship,” as if that is the only barometer to the spiritual health of a church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Layton avatar

    True Worship

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,047 views

    Just as Jesus told the woman that there was some things that were not quite right with her mode of worship, the same goes for us today.

    Title: True Worship Text: John 4:22-26 ETS: Jesus taught the woman at the well what TRUE worship was. ESS: Jesus teaches us what TRUE worship was. OSS: I want my people to truly worship God Probing Question: What do we need to do differently? U.W. Things Transitional Sentence: Just as Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Jackson, II avatar

    What Worship Is Series

    Contributed by James Jackson, Ii on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,868 views

    Have you ever wondered what true worship is? Well this is a series that describes the heart a depth of worship.

    Understanding, Preparing For, And Practicing What is Worship? Worship- reverent devotion and allegiance pledged to God. When we try to worship for the sake of certain benefits that may be received, the act ceases to be worship; for then it attempts to use God as a means to something else. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Gladwell avatar

    Worship The Lord

    Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Aug 16, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    The importance of worship

    In my Christian life so far, I have been fortunate, or depending on your viewpoint, unfortunate enough to be present in Churches where there have been considerable discussions about worship. Some of these have involved changes in hymnbooks – do we keep our old book or move to Mission Praise. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist