Sermons on Giving As Worship:

Worship Is A Verb

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Aug 10, 2013

We worship God in the way we live. Worship is a matter of obedience and service: if we love God with all of our hearts and treat others as if they were Christ, we are worshiping God faithfully. Church ritual will never replace real worship. We must repent

Everyday Christianity with Pastor Kenn Shedenhelm Biblical and theological thoughts on life and events in life. Some will come packaged as sermons- some simply as reflections. Classic Like most of Israel’s prophets, Isaiah was concerned with matters of mercy and justice, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reckless Worship

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 7, 2019

Mary, the sister of Lazarus, points us to reckless worship that is costly, active, personal, and sometimes judged.

John 12:1-8 Reckless Worship Every time you see Mary, the sister of Lazarus, in scripture, you find her sitting at the feet of Jesus (Luke 10:39; John 11:32; 12:3). This lady knew how to worship. She knew—when many others did not—that Jesus was the long-awaited Christ. After all, he raised her ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, 2 Samuel 24:24, 1 Chronicles 21:24, Romans 12:1, 2 Samuel 6:22, Romans 8:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Worship

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2023

This message briefly looks into the Greek and Hebrew words for worship and then encourages the people of the Lord to be true worshipers of Him. It could really answer some questions and bring some clarity for churches and individuals too.

UNDERSTANDING WORSHIP Pastor Eric J. Hanson (January 22, 2023) Read I Chronicles 16:23-36 & Psalm 150. Worship: Hebrew is Shachah which means to prostrate in homage to God, to bow, to humbly beseech, do reverence, stoop down. Greek is Sumphemi which means to say jointly, to assent to. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:23-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pure Worship

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 4, 2006

Pure worship isn’t stopped by elements or people around you. Pure or true worship brings break through, purpose and change!

Pure Worship Psalm 100:1-5 Worshiping God the Father is not a duty; it’s a delight! It’s not forcing us to worship, it is spontaneous, Spirit-led worship! Pure worship isn’t formal, nor is it built on our circumstances, but it’s warm and free. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship And Communion Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 6, 2016

The Epi center of Easter week still sends shock waves rippling through people’s heart and souls today. The earthquake’s which occurred back there in time are still shaking and quaking throughout this world thousands of years later!

Opening Video: Gateway video on Aftershocks Series: After shock! Thesis: Easter left an aftershock which has shook the world throughout the last few thousand’s years. You can still feel the aftershocks of Easter weekend today in our churches, in communion, in worship and all over the world. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Door To Worship

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 10, 2010

Worship is a pivotal and essential privilege for the people of God.

THE DOOR TO WORSHIP* Rev. 3:20 – 5:14 Sermon Objective: Worship is a pivotal and essential privilege for the people of God. REV. 3:20-22 20Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me. 21To him who ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

A Heart For Worship

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 23, 2015

A sermon that teaches us about the nature of true worship.

"A Heart for Worship" Exodus 15:1-19 Exodus 15:1 Then Moses and the people of Israel sang this song to the LORD, saying, "I will sing to the LORD, for he has triumphed gloriously; the horse and his rider he has thrown into the sea. 2 The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why Worship?

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 2, 2004

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

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 7, 2017

Worship is about who, not what. It is about giving, not getting. It is about encounter, not ritual.

Listen to what the Scriptures say. Wise men from the East came seeking for Jesus. • Through the study of the stars and the revelation of the Holy Spirit, they were enlightened to know that the Messiah, King of the Jews was born, in Israel. • They came seeking and inquiring, and was told to go to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mary's Worship Series

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Mar 23, 2009

What we learn about genuine worship from Mary’s act of extravagant worship. Sources include, but not limited to, four Sermon Central messages cited at the end this entry.

Mary’s Worship (Lenten Series) Scripture: Mark 14:1-9 Introduction We began last week by looking at some of the stories or events that lead up to Easter - the time of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. Last week we looked at the raising of Lazarus from the dead. Today, we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

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 As A Buffet Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 25, 2017

Part 3 in a series on worshiping the Lord.

Worship as a Buffet February 19, 2017 Genesis 18:1-8 I would like to read a passage of scripture. It comes from the first book in the Bible, the book of Genesis and is found in chapter 18. God has just established His covenant with Abraham and the people of Israel, and God told Abraham that at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Worship! Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 21, 2016

Answers the question, "Does God care how we worship?

“How To Worship” Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 One writer says, “We (21st century) ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Worship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 24, 2001

What does Jesus have to say about true worship?

INTRODUCTION  As I read Christian magazines one of the most divisive issues in the church today is that of worship style. Many churches are working through the issues of contemporary verses traditional music styles.  There have been churches that have split of the issue of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Of Worship Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

Worship that pleases the Lord

The Way of Worship We worship in Truth We worship in Spirit We worship by Choice Slide 1 Intro Thanksgiving is over, our bellies are full and now our attention begins to turn to Christmas. And even in the church, with so many things to do in preparation for getting together with family, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational