Sermons on How To Worship:

Prayer Of Jehoshaphat

Contributed by Alexander John on May 19, 2005

how to pray when trouble comes

Prayer of Jehoshaphat 2 Chronicles 20.12 Jehoshaphat wants to do what God said What you will do during the crisis 1 Some cover up, some give up ,some deny they have a problem, some panic It is not the crisis destroy you .It is what we do or don’t do during the crisis. This is the time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007

Prayer is communication with God on a personal level. #1 in a 4-part series.

Title: How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: John 15:5-8 Introduction In the small town we lived in, the volunteer fire department’s telephone was answered by the policeman on duty, who would in turn sound the fire whistle to rally the volunteers to duty. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship--The Process Of Multiplication

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

Making disciples is enlarging the church.

INTRODUCTION 1. Few Disciples—11 v. 16 2. Guards’ Report about Jesus’ resurrection 3. Rising number of enemies of the gospel Outline: For the church to enlarge the … I. DISCIPLES ARE WITNESSING TO POTENTIAL DISCIPLES, 19 (Acts 1:8) “Make disciples of every nation.” This process targets the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

For A Cup Of Cold Water, Eternal Life!

Contributed by Todd Schäve on Jun 30, 2002

Jesus is addressing the hospitality the Jews or lost would show when receiving his disciples into their homes. The disciples are taking the gospel “...to the lost sheep of Israel” (v.6), and as they go, they are proclaiming that “...The kingdom of heaven

For a Cup of Cold Water, Eternal Life! Matthew 10.40-42 <> Todd A. Schäve, pastor/teacher Introduction: 1. In our passage this morning, Jesus is addressing the hospitality that the Jews or lost sheep of Israel show when receiving his disciples into their homes, as the disciples take the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

How To Evangelize Idol Worshippers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How to Bring Idol Worshippers Christ and then on to Maturity (Eph. 4:14,15)

How To Evangelize Idol Worshippers Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain three hindrances that inhibit idol worshippers from becoming Christians. 2. The students will explain the ways that scripture suggests we bring idol worshippers to faith in Christ. 3. The students will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defining A Hero

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 27, 2013

As we look through the 11th chapter of Hebrews we how heroes should be defined in the "Hebrews Hall Of Fame". This sermon looks at the first 4 heroes of the faith.

Defining A Hero Hebrews 11:1-10 Intro: In Cooperstown New York there is a place called the baseball hall of fame. AS you walk through the hall you will find 35,000 bats, balls and gloves that have been used by the greats of the game. Ruth and DiMaggio and Robinson, just to name a few. 130,000 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Oct 13, 2008

Prayer is definitely a difficult discipline, but it’s also a delightful discussion.

1. “God is great. God is good. Let us thank Him for our food.” • Amen. No Talking! NOTE: that was the prayer my son learned at age 5 when he was in a Christian day care many years ago. • At every meal, the kids in unison would say out loud: “God is great. God is good. Let us thank Him for our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Prayer For Wisdom Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004

While we can benefit from some of the wisdom that whirls around us, to be truly wise we need the wisdom that comes from above.

Recently a survey was done with a group of kids. This is how they responded to the question, “What do you think wisdom is?” Rocky, age 9, said, “Wisdom is wearing a hat when feeding seagulls.” 9-year-old Carol commented, “Never ask for anything that costs more than $5 when your parents are doing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Blessings Of Following Christ #1 - We Get To Worship Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

First of a 7-message series (5 "blessings," but two needed two weeks each!) regarding some of the benefits of following and living for Christ.

Blessings of Following Christ #1 – We Get to Worship (Part 1) John 4:19-26 October 14, 2007 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I grew up going to church pretty regularly, most of the time. I grew up ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

(Section 1) Introduction And God's War With Satan Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Aug 4, 2018

Original war began with Satan trying to be the one worshiped.

WORSHIP INVOLVES WARFARE INTRO: Why are we here? [There are several ministries of the church: dedications, funerals, weddings, etc. Typical answer may be to worship. Are we fulfilling our goal?] What is the main purpose of the church? [Look at the OT church with sacrifice, honor, worship, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fads – A Chance For Evangelism Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 23, 2007

Fads today offer opportunitis for evangelism. Pul on Mars Hill pointed out a fad and turned it into a way to reach that Athenians.

Fads – a chance for evangelism Last week James talked to us about worshiping when we really don’t feel like it. When things are bad and even scary that we need to find a way to worship. Paul and Silas are set free and after an apology, visit the new church members and go on their way. They go ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-21

Denomination: Congregational

Where We Meet God

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Does God still encounter us in this generation? If so, how and where does this occur?

WHERE WE MEET GOD Colossians 1:15-20 INTRO: The purpose of God for all creation is that it be brought under the lordship of Christ. In Him the fullness of deity dwelled bodily. We were made in the image of God, made for fellowship with him (v. 27). Since we are made for fellowship with our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

“come Let Us Worship The Lord”

Contributed by John Teem Jr. on Jul 8, 2013

We were created to Worship God but do we realy? We go to Church regularly and take part in What we call a Worship Service but do we Truly Worship God? How are we Called to Worship God?

“COME LET US WORSHIP THE LORD” PSALM 95-96 AND JOHN 4:23-24 JOHN TEEM JR. - JAN. 3, 2010 INTRODUCTION: WE COME TO CHURCH FOR WHAT WE CALL A WORSHIP SERVICE BUT ARE WE TRULY HERE TO WORSHIP? WHO ARE WE HERE TO WORSHIP? THE MUSIC LEADER? THE PREACHER? OURSELVES? WE SHOULD BE HERE TO ...read more

Denomination: *other

Paul's First Convert In Europe

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003

To learn from Paul’s approach how he spoke to people about the gospel- emphasizes Lydia and her conversion

Paul’s First Convert in Europe Acts 16:11-15 Primary Purpose: To learn from Paul how he approached people with the gospel message. Background: As we begin our second missionary journey with Paul we see that the Holy Spirit is directing their path toward new territory for them. He has closed 2 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Hurting Today's Church?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 27, 2007

A sermon calling the church to focus on building God’s kingdom rather than focus on our comfort. This was given after a short message from a Gideon speaker.

Back in the first part of the last century, Cumberland College of Kentucky was playing football with a rival, and they were totally out of their league. They were losing miserably because the opposing team was bigger, stronger, and more intimidating than they were. One of their players fumbled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: *other