Sermons on Musical Instruments:

Lenten Season Message-The "centrality" Of The Cross!!!-Part 2

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 28, 2019

Focusing in this Lenten Season on how the "Tree" is central to God's redemption plan as originally yet another "Tree" was instrumental in the fall of Man!!!

CENTRALITY OF THE CROSS!!!-Part 2 Continuing to focus on the subject “Centrality of the Cross” in the 2 Part series, now let’s cast the spotlight on other related subjects… Of Cloth and Cleric… Now our Saviour is a Glorified High Priest that at His matchless Royal ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13

Denomination: *other

The Seveth Seal And The First Five Trumpets Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

When the seventh seal is broken, we seen three preparations for judgment. 1. A shattering silence. 2. The instruments of judgment. 3. The signs of the coming judgment begin upon earth.

Now we come to the seventh seal. Remember that the seals are not part of the scroll. They only bind it and keep it together. So the seal judgments that we have seen and will see tonight are events that happen before the end time itself. So, thus far, we are still before the Great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Words: Speaking Life In A World Of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Ephesians 4:29, explores how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are called to a higher communication standard.

The Power of Words: Speaking Life in a World of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Introduction: Today, we will delve into the profound message of Ephesians 4:29, exploring how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 18:21, Colossians 4:6, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 1:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are God's Weapon SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

In the spiritual battlefield, God views each believer as His weapon. If you have been reborn in faith, you are God's instrument in this war. Understanding this role is crucial for every believer.

When a warrior prepares for war, he carefully considers his weapons of warfare. In the same way, God is a warrior, and as a believer, you are His chosen weapon of warfare. If you have been born again, you are God's battle axe. Scripture Passage: Jeremiah 51:20-23 (NIV) "You are my war club, my ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 51:20-23

Topics: Self-Realization, Spiritual Warfare

Understanding Corporate Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 4, 2005

A lesson in worship exhibited in the first century.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 20:7-12 TITLE: “UNDERSTANDING CORPORATE WORSHIP” INTRODUCTION: A. Worship is important 1. Back during the days when people would travel by sailing ship, a young boy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Hungry

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

Unfortunately, we are not only physically spoiled in America, we are also Spiritually spoiled.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” – Jesus from the Beatitudes, Matthew 5:6 · Each North American produces an average of three and a half pounds of garbage per day. · Five million extra tons of trash is produced between Thanksgiving and New Years ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Not

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

The night Jesus was born, the Angel of the Lord appeared to a group of shephers, scared them to death, and yelled "Fear Not!"

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” – Jesus from the Beatitudes, Matthew 5:6 · Each North American produces an average of three and a half pounds of garbage per day. · Five million extra tons of trash is produced between Thanksgiving and New Years ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cain's Later Home And Some Of His Noted Descendants Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 14, 2018

As Cain traveled looking for a new home, surely he had to explain the mark God put on him.

October 4, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.C.3: Cain's Later Home and Some of His Noted Descendants. Gen. 4.16-24 (KJV) 16 And Cain went out from the presence of the LORD, and dwelt in the land of Nod, on the east of Eden. 17 And Cain knew his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Up To Here With Self

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 28, 2016

Bernstein once was asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He said, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but to find someone who can play the second fiddle with enthusiasm--that's a problem."

Up To Here With Self Philippians 2:3-4NASB One of the first conductors born and educated in the United States to receive worldwide acclaim was Leonard Bernstein. He directed the New York Philharmonic, conducted concerts by some of the world's leading orchestras, wrote symphonies, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is To Blame?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 28, 2007

Who is to blame for the condition of our nation? Is it Hollywood, secular music, public schools or parents? We lost this nation when we lost the control of our children.

WHO IS TO BLAME? Hag 2:3 3 Who is left among you that saw this house in her first glory? and how do ye see it now? is it not in your eyes in comparison of it as nothing? How do we view our relationship with Christ today in comparison to when we began? Our service to ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building The Church Christ Intended Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 2, 2022

Each of us is the music—the great opus—of those who have used their gifts to equip us and we must do the same to equip others.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/120438 Introduction This morning we are returning to the fourth chapter of Ephesians. We are studying today one of my favorite passages that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Brethren

Gifts From A Child - Pt 2

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 14, 2004

In addition to priorities and purpose, children, and especially the Christ child, gives us passion and perspective.

Last week we started this two part series with the suggestion that among the gifts that our kids give us are priorities and purpose. And we looked at the opening chapter of Luke’s gospel and into the lives of Zechariah, Elizabeth, and Mary and saw how their priorities and purposes changed when it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Can I Get A Lift?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 6, 2009

August 1989: If we want to be lifted up out of our unhappiness through worship, we must bring our whole selves to the worship experience and must pray passionately even our negative wishes.

I recently became aware that some folks shop for a church much as you would shop for a car or a home appliance. In talking with some people about joining our church, they said that they were shopping – that’s their word, not mine -- that they were shopping for a church by systematically attending ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Power

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Apr 15, 2006

Easter Sunday sermon. The power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in our lives.

Dear brothers and sisters, have you ever driven a Datsun sedan? You know those little cars, before the company changed its name to Nissan? Datsuns were very easy on gas, could make a U-turn almost anywhere, and lasted nearly forever. The body might have rusted out but the engine kept on going and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Trial By Fire

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Aug 17, 2002

God is in control – even during crises. Therefore he is worthy of our trust – even during crisis.

- - - - - All scripture is from the New Living Translation - - - - - 1. Read the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego using a preschool story book That in a nutshell is it. And other than the fact that the pictures are great – one of the reasons I like the way that this book tells the story ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: *other