Sermons on Music In Worship:

Beware Of Mammon

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 10, 2024

Have you ever wondered, if you take away the music and the money power from today’s churches what will remain? How many people will still be attending the assemblies? God’s work does not suffer because of the lack of money as some money loving preachers say.

Our Lord said, “No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” (Matthew 6:24). When God and mammon become rivals, one or other will inevitably be rejected. In spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, Acts 3:1-11, 1 Corinthians 4:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:10, Luke 12:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Call Of Christmas

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 6, 2010

Just like the Wise Men were called to find Jesus, so are we!

THE CALL OF CHRISTMAS Matthew 2:1-12 INTRO: “Telephones have changed our lives forever. * In the small town we lived in the volunteer fire department’s telephone was answered by the policeman who was on duty who would in turn sound the fire whistle to rally the volunteers to duty. One Saturday ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Created For God’s Glory Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 2, 2022

God forms and fills His creation for His glory and our good.

It was a joy to engage via livestream last weekend while Beth and I were in New York visiting our daughter Megan and her husband Lucas. We were both moved to tears by students leading in musical worship and we nearly wept during the message part of worship as Pastor Chris directed us to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Arise, Shine, Your Light Is Come

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 23, 2013

Our job is to reflect His light.

ARISE, SHINE, YOUR LIGHT IS COME. Isaiah 60:1-6. Zion was enveloped in a thick spiritual darkness on account of her sins (Isaiah 59:9-12). It was a darkness like the deepest discouragements and depression of the human heart: a darkness that could be felt (Exodus 10:21). It was a darkness that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communion With God (Part 2) - James 5:13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 17, 2022

The role of emotion in prayer

James 5:13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Introduction Your religion is what you do with your solitude. When you are all alone and you don’t have to think about any particular thing, what do you think about? What are you like in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13

Generation To Generation

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 22, 2009

We need to be committed to pass on the message of Jesus from generation to generation. We need to pass on the reigns of the church to the next generation so that they pass it on to the next generation.

Sermon: Generation to Generation Opening Video Clip: Comparison old to new done by Christian Hills TO ALL THE KIDS WHO WERE BORN IN THE 1930’s 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s! First, we survived being born to mothers who smoked and/or drank while they carried us. They took aspirin, ate blue cheese ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Levite Principles (1 Chronicles 23)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 27, 2025

What can we learn from Levite duties that could apply to church life?

What principles from the Levites’ duties can we learn in church life? Is thanking and praising the Lord every morning and evening a task just for Levites? Let’s look at 1 Chronicles 23. How did David organize the work of the Temple of the Lord? Should churches be organized? After David had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Revering God's Name: The Third Commandment Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 20, 2016

The Third Commandment reminds us to honor God in our manner of worship and living. We are to worship and live in reverence and humility, not misusing God's name, for His name means salvation to those who believe.

“Revering God’s Name” Exodus 20:7 We have been studying some of the threads of the Gospel in the Old Testament as the Drama of God’s salvation has unfolded throughout history. We are looking at the Ten Commandments and today we examine the third commandment from Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Doxology Of "The Songs Of Degrees.”

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Aug 13, 2008

This series of psalms ends, as all worship should, with the voice of praise and thanksgiving. Our prayers, worship and waiting upon the Lord should lead us to bless the Lord, and bid all others do the same.

The Doxology of “The Songs of Degrees.” Psalms 134:1 Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD. 2 Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the LORD. 3 The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion. This series of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 134:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 21, 2023

Jesus is stripping the Jews naked of their self-righteousness and hypocrisy related to their worship. Jesus uses a Greek word that describes them as a stage actor when it comes to their worship, and he does the same for the way they pray

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning we’re continuing our study of the Sermon on the Mount. From the beginning of this study, I’ve shared with you and pointed out to you how Jesus was calling for the life of the believer to be rooted in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Brethren

In Memoriam Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2021

Is the Lord's Supper an act performed by rote, or do we worship the Lord through this act? The Meal is designed to actively bring to mind the sacrifice of our Saviour, bring us to the point of worship.

“I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, ‘This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Tie That Binds Us

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

There are some Biblical commands concerning Church purity, integrity, and authority that 21st Century Christians SHOULD BE SEEKING and MAINTAINING.

THE TIE THAT BINDS US (Philippians 2:1-2) “…if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, [2] fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” These days ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Other

Ten Commandments: The Gift Of Sabbath Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 8, 2019

A positive view of the Sabbath, as God's gift to us. It is a) a time to relax, b) a time to worship, and c) a taste of heaven. A balanced view, with a unique perspective on c).

THE GIFT OF SABBATH—Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:12-16 (Children’s Sermon: Show a car Maintenance Schedule. Just as a car needs maintenance, we do too. We do that at church, and other times…) Which of the 10 commandments is optional? For many Americans, all of them! You can hardly go through a day ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:12-16, Hebrews 4:9-11, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 7:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Devoted Disciples Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 21, 2019

The depth of our devotion will determine our awe and our impact.

Devoted Disciples Acts 2:42-43 Rev. Brian Bill October 19-20, 2019 Transition from “Me Church” God worked wonders in our services this past weekend as seven people indicated they repented and received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior! Another woman sent me a note later to say she was saved ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

Your Testimony..what's In Your Wallet?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 16, 2014

This is a word..God wants you to get your arms around.. A to him who has ears, let him hear moment.. And music to Gods ears is.."I hear you Lord..I hear you" I get what your saying

Your Testimony..What's In Your Wallet? Proverbs 18:24 NKJ. 24. A man who has friends must himself be friendly, “But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” You see there are a lot of people in this world who want friends.. but not everybody wants to be a friend... what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational