Sermons on Foundation Of Worship:

What Is Worship?

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 6, 2011

So much confusion about Worship, as if it really is all about a type of music, let's see what Jesus has to say about worship.

WHAT IS WORSHIP? (All of my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com And all Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) This morning we are missing all the other Elders of the church, I am the only one here. They are all attending worship at our sister church in Shenendoah, and will ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship In Warfare

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 13, 2011

What do you do when you are facing such monumental obstacles? How do you resist temptation, flee from evil, or believe beyond your ability to understand how your problems can be solved or your battles won?

Opening illustration: AN ESKIMO FISHERMAN CAME to town every Saturday afternoon. He always brought his two dogs with him. One was white and the other was black. He had taught them to fight on command. Every Saturday afternoon in the town square the people would gather and these two dogs would fight ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship God!

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 3, 2011

The worship that occurs around the marriage supper of the Lamb demonstrates the kind of worship that pleases God.

Most of us here this morning have been involved in numerous weddings throughout our lives – most of us have experienced our own weddings, some have seen our children get married, some of us have performed or been part of wedding ceremonies, and probably all of us have attended a number of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Hazards Of Worship Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 11, 2011

The most hazardous thing about worship is: We can think we're doing it when, in fact, we are not!

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas February 13, 2011 THE HAZARDS OF WORSHIP The Glory Due His Name: Part 1 Isaac Butterworth Matthew 15:1-14 (NIV) 1 Then some Pharisees and teachers of the law came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, 2 “Why do your disciples break the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Prayer And Worship Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011

Jesus Christ is never too late to provide healing, comfort, cleansing, peace, answers to impossible questions,

A country boy went to visit a friend in New York City. It was about noon and they were downtown by Times Square in Manhattan. The streets were filled with people. Cars were honking their horns, sirens were wailing and the sounds of the city were almost deafening. The country boy said, “I hear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian Church

Simple Worship Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message is part of a series on the book of Exodus. Application of this message shows what is necessary in order for us to worship God.

Simple Worship Exodus 20:22 -last week we finished our study of the ten commandments -God is still giving instruction to Moses -Moses will not come down from the mountain until the end of chapter 31 -God will continue to give instruction about building the tabernacle -In this passage today God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:22-26

The Way Of Worship

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 29, 2011

Worship costs us, changes us and equips us. It is resting in God's presence, reflecting God's glory and being ready to move in power.

THE WAY OF WORSHIP A missionary was working in Paraguay with the Maka Indians. One day a native named Rafael came to sit on the porch. The missionary was eating and went out to see what he wanted. He responded, "Ham, henek met." Again he asked what he could do for him, but the answer was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Quality Of Worship Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 11, 2011

The quality of our worship of God is not totally dependent on a worship team or the preacher; it is a matter of knowledge and heart!

How is our worship of God? In your own mind what score (from 1-10, 10 being perfect) would you give your worship of God when you come to church on a Sunday? Here’s a peek into the main point of the message today: the quality of your worship of God does not totally depend on the worship team or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Demon Worship

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 18, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 10 regarding refraining from idolatry.

Text: 1 Cor 10:14-22, Title: Demon Worship, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/17/11, AM A. Opening illustration: the witch in Maine who was working against us, team from SC that found her B. Background to passage: Paul is closing off his argument that he has been making since 8:1 regarding the practice of eating ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Worship Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jul 18, 2011

This message from Revelation 4-5 comes in 3 parts and is threaded throughout the service interspersed with music and responsive readings (some of which are included in the sermon)

Revelation Series #3 From Rev. 4-5 Heavenly Worship PART 1: Revelation 4 - 5:7 THE LION AND THE LAMB Revelation 4 and 5 describe an amazing Worship Service in Heaven. Instead of just talking about this Heavenly Worship Service today, we’re also going to JOIN IN WORSHIP. Today we will ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gestures Of Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 23, 2011

Profound bows, joining of hands for prayer, and striking our breast are all important adjuncts to our worship.

Feast of St. James July 25, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy Some of the apostles have paired feasts–Ss. Peter and Paul, Simon and Jude, Philip and James the Lesser. We would expect James and John, blood brothers, to be treated in this way, but they each have their own festival day. I think that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Catholic

Angry Worship Series

Contributed by Mark Driscoll on Oct 12, 2011

A sermon to help give wisdom to know when it’s okay just to be really upset with corruption and injustice.

The first question is what are you doing here tonight? Like why are you here? Honestly. Think about that. For some of you that have gone to church for a long time, you may have not asked that question in a good season. Why are you here? Why do you come? What is your motive? What is it you’re ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Worship Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 17, 2011

We become like who/what we worship. Take care in your adoration!

1. Quotes on Worship: Ralph Waldo Emerson hit the nail on the head when he said: THE GODS we worship write their names on our faces, be sure of that. And a man will worship something —have no doubt about that, either. He may think that his tribute is paid in secret in the dark recesses of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praise And Worship Series

Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010

A five week series looking at why we do the things we do at church. Part two focuses on why we sing and spend time in Praise & Worship.

[NORTHPOINT CHURCH VIDEO] -for the next few weeks we’re going to be looking at what we do here at Fire & Water, and in the broader picture what we do at church in general. -because church can be weird. If you’ve never been to church, if you’re not from that church, sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Methodist

The Meaning Of Worship

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 25, 2009

What is worship?

Wednesday Night: Special Worship Service Summer 2008 The Meaning of Worship A reverent devotion or allegiance to God, a person, or any object regarded as holy. This is worship. Worship is not a song or poem or something played with instruments. Worship is more than something you sing it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: *other