Sermons on Joyful Worship:

Women, Who Will Worship Christ?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 11, 2008

An unusual Mother’s day word that really spoke to many including men.

Mother’s, whether you go to work or work at home, your work always comes to you doesn’t it? You can’t put a price on mother-hood! A mother is a chauffer, a doctor, a lawyer, a counselor and so much more! Who will be called a virtuous woman? Let’s give our mother’s a hand- clap of praise! A man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church's Worship Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019

Chapter 2 teaches us that we should properly “worship” the one from whom the message comes.

THE CHURCH’S WORSHIP I TIMOTHY 2:1-15 Introduction: In Chapter 1 we learned that we should focus on the message. The message is about Jesus. Chapter 2 teaches us that we should properly “worship” the one from whom the message comes. Let me remind you that worship is not about the audience but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 3, 2019

Mary anoints Jesus with very expensive oils worth a year's wages.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 7, 2019 John 12:1-8 Jesus Relishes Extravagant Worship “Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, the home of Lazarus, whom He had raised from the dead.” Verse 1 As we delve into today’s gospel reading, let’s look behind the scenes just a bit. This ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3, Luke 7:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Disciplines - Worship (3) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 23, 2021

A continuing look at Spiritual Disciplines. Looking at part 3 of worship.

Spiritual Disciplines: Worship July 25, 2021 We all have different views of what worship should and should not be. We all have our likes and dislikes. We have our ideas, thoughts, and feelings of what makes for a good worship and what leads to a not so good worship experience. Some come with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The First Christmas Worship Service Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 19, 2020

The Christmas story has all the elements of a worship service. God is there along with people who are coming to a special place of worship

THE FIRST CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICE Luke 2:1-20 Bob Marcaurelle Preparations When Neal Armstrong put his foot on the moon, someone from NASA said, “We should change the calendar and mark our dates from this moment.” In other words, that was more important than dating our calendars from when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1, Exodus 33:15, Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Revival Of Praise & Worship Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 8, 2021

In Psalm 145, we see The Revival of Praise & Worship through the adoration of three things: 1) God’s Greatness (Psalm 145:1–6) 2) God’s Goodness (Psalm 145:7–10) 3) God’s Government (Psalm 145:11–13) and 4) God’s Grace (Psalm 145:14–21).

Psalm 145:1–21 I will extol you, my God and King, and bless your name forever and ever. 2 Every day I will bless you and praise your name forever and ever. 3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, and his greatness is unsearchable. 4 One generation shall commend your works to another, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Other

The Importance Of Coming Together For Worship

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 19, 2021

For Christian worshippers, the ability to watch worship online is a great gift. I am so grateful for technology to connect with you. Yet, the ability to watch worship online comes with challenges too.

The ground has shifted in remarkable ways over the past four months. With the onset of a deadly virus, many of you rightly changed your Sunday habits of worship. A virus has demanded that we take precautions with our health. We are at a crossroads where scientists and doctors are battling for our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

How God Evaluates Worship

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 28, 2021

This sermon compares and contrasts man's view of Sunday worship to God's view of Sunday worship.

SERMON OUTLINE 1. OPENING ILLUSTRATION – Blended Families 2. THE CHURCH IS A BLENDED FAMILY - Jesus desired that the church be a blended family (ONE) - But it can lead to challenges in worship setting - As they all bring expectations of worship (music, communion, Bible version, etc.) 3. HOW ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20, Luke 18:9-14, 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 1, 2021

Jesus launched his ministry at the synagogue in Capernaum. The people present were amazed and astounded by the encounter. Are you amazed and astounded when you encounter Jesus?

January 31, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 1:21-28 Not Your Typical Sabbath Worship Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. What do you expect when you attend a worship service? We have certain expectations of what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Psalm 122 - Going To Worship Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Feb 3, 2021

This sermon is part of series on the Psalms of Assent. The focus is on how the Jews would joyously go up to Jerusalem for worship, and how we can experience the same joy in going to the local church.

In case you haven’t been here the last few weeks, we talked about the idea that the Psalms of Ascents were actually believed to be sung by the Jewish pilgrims as they made their way up to Jerusalem for the various Jewish festivals. Although they were considered to be somewhat of a travel psalm, ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Part 11 - Prayer In Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 26, 2020

If prayer is the fundamental key in worship why do churches neglect it so much

Note: This sermon was written in late 2019 and scheduled for March 29, well before the COVID-19 outbreak. The delivery was slightly modified and updated to connect with the COVID-19 pandemic. I believe every message is Spirit-led as I write them, but I truly believe this message was given by God in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:13-14, Psalm 5:1-3, Romans 12:1-12, Luke 22:23, James 4:7, James 1:5, James 5:16-20, Matthew 26:41, Matthew 9:38, James 5:13-15, Mark 11:23-24, Ephesians 6:18-20, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Chronicles 16:28-29, Ecclesiastes 5:1, Jude 1:20, Ephesians 6:10-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Worship Of Waiting (Psalm 37) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Aug 26, 2019

We know God wins in the end. But what do we do in the meantime, when evil seems to be winning?

The Worship of Waiting (Psalm 37) Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Psalm 37. One of my all-time favorite books is “Children’s Letters to God.” It’s a collection of prayers, observations, questions, and complaints, with the handwriting, grammar, and punctuation of the children that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19-21, Matthew 5:39-45, Isaiah 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Crucial Elements For Effective Worship

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

What Worship Requires

CRUCIAL ELEMENTS FOR EFFECTIVE WORSHIP 1 CHRON. 16: 29 1. INTRODUCTION. TO LEAVE CERTAIN ELEMENTS OUT OF CERTAIN PRODUCTS CAN HAVE AN AFFECT ON THE OUTCOME OF THAT PRODUCT WHICH CHANGES THE DYNAMICS OF THAT PRODUCT. IF YOU LEAVE SUGAR OR SWEETENERS OUT OF A CAKE, IT CHANGES THE DYNAMIC OF THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:29

Denomination: Baptist

What Is True Worship Of God?

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Oct 24, 2020

Our hearts are filled with gratitude for what Christ has done on the cross for us. Hence, we response in offering our worship to Him. What is the worship which is pleasing and acceptable to the Lord? Let us learn and grow in the area of true worship to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Welcome to today’s devotion. Today I will like all of us to meditate on Rom 12:1. “Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual act of worship” (Rom 12:1). During the Old Testament’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Exodus 12:1-30, John 1:29

Denomination: Charismatic

In Spirit And Truth: Worship That Transforms Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

A profound question: What does it mean to worship God in spirit and in truth? Our guidance comes from the New Living Translation of the Bible, specifically from John 4:23-24

"In Spirit and Truth: Worship That Transforms" Today, we gather to explore a profound question: What does it mean to worship God in spirit and in truth? Our guidance comes from the New Living Translation of the Bible, specifically from John 4:23-24: John 4:23-24 (NLT): "But the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal