Ignite fresh fire and watch God move this Pentecost!

SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on more than rituals: showing 1-15 of 185,113

Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Sermon Kits for Preaching

I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice

Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives

Ready & Faithful

Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future

Why Suffering?

Help your church understand God's plan in pain

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    More Than A Ritual Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022
     | 763 views

    Most of us can’t change ourselves. But God can change us, if we mean it.

    On the night before he was betrayed, Jesus washed his disciples feet. This was a menial task, a task performed only by the very lowest house slave. And his disciples were shocked. They weren’t objecting to having their feet washed - far from it. It was the sort of courtesy a good host would make ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    The True Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 17, 2021
     | 3,198 views

    Every December, hundreds of millions of people and even billions of people worldwide celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus. Is Jesus happy with that? Was Jesus really born on December 25th?

    Intro: What would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men? They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts! Let's read Isaiah 1:10-18: "10 Hear the word of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stuart Blount avatar

    More Than Robes And Ritual Series

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Dec 28, 2007
     | 2,739 views

    As this letter paints a magnificent and majestic portrait of Jesus it highlights the immensity of how our lives are affected as a result of who Jesus is and what he has done for us. What better way to inspire those whose faith is flagging or whose hearts

    AIM: To elevate our perspective of JESUS so that any sense of flagging faith is renewed by a fresh understanding of the importance and significance of JESUS. Hebrews was written to Jewish Christians, probably 2nd generation, whose parents had embraced ‘Christ’ as Messiah and so these people had ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Obedience Is More Than Sacrifice thumbnail

    Obedience Is More Than Sacrifice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 438 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's will over rituals and sacrifices, highlighting the need for a genuine, heartfelt commitment to God.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in the presence of our Lord, to share in His Word, and to grow deeper in our understanding of His will for us. Today, we find ourselves drawn to the profound book of 1 Samuel, specifically to chapter 15, verse 22. The ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • Feed God's People thumbnail

    Feed God's People PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 405 views

    This sermon aims to explore the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand, emphasizing God's provision, the power of faith and obedience, and the blessing of sharing with others.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we're diving into a familiar passage of scripture, but we're going to look at it with fresh eyes and open hearts. It's a story about God's provision for His people, the power of faith and obedience, and the blessing of sharing with others. As Charles Spurgeon, a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Rituals

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,263 views

    A religious person usually feels that he has a special standing before God, not only because of his intellectual assent to certain beliefs, but also because he keeps the ordinances, the rites, and the rituals of that religion. Paul shows in this passage t

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A railroad yardmaster called the telephone daily at exactly 11:45 to verify the time. After years of this ritual, the operator asked the yardmaster, "Why do you call each day at exactly the same time?" His reply, "I take my responsibilities very seriously, I call to be ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Relationship Not Ritual thumbnail

    Relationship Not Ritual PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 489 views

    Explore the supremacy of Christ over rituals and regulations, emphasizing the importance of a genuine relationship with God rather than adherence to human commands and teachings.

    Good morning, family! Today, we’re going to be diving into the book of Colossians, specifically chapter 2, verses 16-23. We'll be exploring three important themes: the supremacy of Christ, the futility of rituals, and the power of relationship. A.W. Tozer once said, "The most important thing about ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Justice And Righteousness Better Than Rituals

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,395 views

    The danger of worship without mercy.

    JUSTICE AND RIGHTEOUSNESS BETTER THAN RITUALS. Amos 5:18-24. Historically, Israel had split into two kingdoms shortly after the death of king David’s son, king Solomon. The ten tribes of the north rejected both the dynasty of David, and the worship of the Jerusalem temple, and set up their ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • More Than Heaven, More Than The Church thumbnail

    More Than Heaven, More Than The Church Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 404 views

    The Kingdom of God is not just about the promise of eternal life, but also about living a life of righteousness, peace, and joy in the present. It is about God's will being done on earth as it is in heaven.

    Today, we're going to talk about something that's way cooler than you might think. It's called the Kingdom of God. Now, I know what you're thinking, 'I've heard about this before.' But trust me, it's way more than just heaven or church. It's like the ultimate level-up in the game of life. Let's ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • James Goforth, Jr. avatar

    More Than Religion Series

    Contributed by James Goforth, Jr. on May 3, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,408 views

    An Exposition on Romans

    More than Religion Romans 2:17-29 From the Inside Out Religion Vs Relationship God had made a covenant with Abraham - Genesis 17:13 His people would be “set apart” and “marked” with circumcision “my covenant in your flesh is to be an everlasting covenant” Matt 5:20 20 For I tell you that ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Ritualism Versus Spiritual Reality Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 20, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,319 views

    God desires to curb the trend toward formalism in religion which is satisfied with meeting external observation. To obey the moral precepts & principles of the word is infinitely more important than ceremonies & man-made traditions.

    ZECHARIAH 7: 1-7 RITUALISM VERSUS SPIRITUAL REALITY [Ezra 6:1-11] The seventh and eighth chapters are the third distinct division of the prophecy. In the first portion was the call to national repentance and turning to the Lord for His Covenant blessings. After a national turning to God ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    More Than Conquerors

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Aug 4, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,261 views

    As Christians we have the power to walk in victory without fear of the enemy.

    I have had recent discussions concerning spiritual warfare and how it affects the Christian walk. I have previously covered this issue in previous sermons; however, I see the need to address the topic again with more specifics. I recently viewed a tape series from a preacher who claimed to be a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Antonio Torrence avatar

    More Than A Conqueror

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jul 25, 2002
    based on 282 ratings
     | 31,498 views

    This sermon is about realizing our conquest over this life’s challenges because of God being for us, and working for our good.

    "More Than A Conqueror" Romans 8: 28 –39 -Rev. A. LaMar Torrence, Pastor Cross of Life Church In one of my favorite scenes of Charles Schultz “Peanuts” Lucy says to Charlie Brown “ Sometimes, I feel we are not communicating: You, Charlie Brown, are a foul ball in the line drive of life. You’re ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jonathan Busch avatar

    More Than Words

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Aug 18, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,939 views

    “Christianity is more than something said, it is something that is marked by miraculous power”

    "More than Words" Text: 2 Cor 4:20 Intro: This morning I would like to bring you a message entitled “More than Words…” Illus: A woman went to the doctors office, where she was seen by one of the new doctors, but after about 4 minutes in the examination room, she burst out, screaming as she ran ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    More Than You

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,063 views

    A devotional on child discipline

    Read Proverbs 3:12-16 Proverbs 22:6 MORE THAN YOU ".... if thou beatest him with a rod he shall not die." Proverbs 23:13 How often have you told your children, "This is going to hurt me more than it will you?" My wife has ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist