Sermons on Opulent Adoration:

Let’s Bless God! Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Feb 16, 2010

Psalm 103 is a pure song of praise. There’s not one petition in it. Instead, it crescendos with the command that everything in life must bless God! To excite and inspire Godliness in others, we must first stir it up in ourselves.

Let’s Bless God! Psalm 103 Third in the series: "Glorify God!" (My thanks to Wm. Darryl Scott Sr. for some of this material) Introduction: Some people habitually talk to themselves. Listen as King David did it: “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me bless his holy name.” Psalm 103 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consumer Or Consumed?

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Aug 28, 2009

Are we simply consumers, taking from God what He gives? Or are we consumed by Him so that He can touch others through us?

Consumer or Consumed? Hebrews 12:28-29 Hebrews 12:28-29 28 Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe, 29 for our "God is a consuming fire." (NIV) Deuteronomy 4:24 24 For the LORD your God is a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Let Us Go, Let Us Go To Heaven Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 1, 2019

The Church continues the mission of Jesus Christ as one Body and is able to do so because of the prayer of that same Christ.

Tuesday of the 7th Week in Easter 2019 Sometimes it helps us to understand that the Roman world in the first century did not speak Latin all over, or write in Latin all over the place. Most of the writing was done in Greek. And the Bible that they used was the Old Testament, because the New ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11, Acts 20:17-27

Denomination: Catholic

Talking With God

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 20, 2017

Prayer is much more than a laundry list of wants; it is a time to talk with and listen to God

Talking with God September 17, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Prayer is much more than a laundry list of wants; it is a time to talk with and listen to God. Focus Passage: 1 John 3:18-22 Supplemental Passage: You do not have because you do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Despair Or Repair Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 29, 2013

Nehemiah's life is a lesson in leadership. Nehemiah did more than rebuild a wall; he helped restore a people from ruin and despair to new hope and a renewed walk with God.

Nehemiah is an appropriate book to study as we get into a new year. It is the story of a new beginning. Nehemiah saw the heart-breaking plight of Jerusalem and determined to be part of the solution. His life is a lesson in leadership. Nehemiah did more than rebuild a wall; he helped restore a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

The 12 Stones Of The High Priest

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 6, 2012

The Breastplate wasn’t just an apron but in fact it was a bag containing two items inside, Urim and Thummim. . There are several theories about the meaning of the 12 stones. Though it’s obvious that the stones are connected with the 12 tribes of Israel th

Exodus 28:15-30 "Fashion a breastpiece for making decisions—the work of a skilled craftsman. Make it like the ephod: of gold, and of blue, purple and scarlet yarn, and of finely twisted linen. 16 It is to be square—a span [a] long and a span wide—and folded double. 17 Then mount ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:15-30

Denomination: Baptist

Get Real Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 21, 2012

A study of the gospel of Matthew 6: 1 – 15

Matthew 6: 1 – 15 Get Real “Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Kneeling In Awe Before The Lord Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 2, 2011

We kneel in worship as Stephen did, in union with the prayer of Jesus in the garden.

Independence Day July 4, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy The intersection of American Independence Day, these texts, and our continuing study of the Spirit of the Liturgy is providential, I believe. Our Scripture today, as every day, is directed to all humans, not just Americans. Our psalm reminds us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Catholic

Paul's Powerful Prayer 3 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 16, 2012

Part 3 of the Paul's Powerful Prayer Series. In Ephesians 3:14-21 Paul prays for the church in Ephesus a prayer that should be prayed for every congregation that gathers in the name of the LORD.

Dakota Community Church July 15, 2012 Paul’s Powerful Prayer 3 Ephesians 3:14-21 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Mennonite

Worship In Truth And Spirit Psalm 95:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 4, 2024

Explore the transformative power of worship rooted in God's truth. Our focus scripture is Psalm 95:1-2 (NLT): "Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him."

Worship in Truth and Spirit Psalm 95:1-2 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the transformative power of worship rooted in God's truth. Our focus scripture is Psalm 95:1-2 (NLT): "Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-2, Psalm 100:2, Revelation 5:12, Colossians 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Romans 12:1, John 4:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

253 - Confidence In Conflict Series

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Mar 22, 2003

Exlpore Psalm 27: Prayer of PROTECTION, ADORATION, CONFESSION, DECLARATION. David’s prayer travels from confidence to praise to worry back to confidence.

Sermon Study #253 – CONFIDENCE IN CONFLICT Jesus says, “Do not be afraid” 1) Luke 12:4-5 - "I tell you, my friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. [5] But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear him who, after the killing of the body, has power to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Change Of Heart

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 12, 2003

The frustration and lack of understanding of God’s actions in the previous prayers of Habakkuk are turned to a humble prayer of adoration and a request to remember mercy as God judges.

A Change Of Heart Habakkuk 3:1-2 There is a storm on the horizon. The black, billowing clouds have formed and are raging in anticipation of wreaking havoc on its victims. The thunderous noise sends chills down your spine. There is no hiding, no turning back the impending onslaught of coming ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship That Is Real Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

Real worship begins with my personal adoration of God, expresses itself in all my life, and joins together with the Body to bring glory to the Father

John 4:24 Introduction – I opened my Email. What great wealth of knowledge would be arriving today? Along with the list of other things was an urgent message, forwarded to me by a well-meaning friend. “Beware of the new petition to remove religious broadcasting from the airways. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Love For Him Series

Contributed by Nick Hodges on Jan 4, 2016

The bride’s true love for her groom was expressed through #1 Her Sacrifice, #2 Her Adoration and #3 Her Commitment.

Intro • So far in Song of Songs we have seen a beautiful love story between a man and his bride. • We have seen their joy for one another as they begin their love. • We have seen that even though that they had a desire for one another that their love for one another waited to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of More PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores God's provision, protection, and our progression in His presence, inspiring awe and adoration that leads us towards a life of true holiness.

Good morning, dear friends. I'm overjoyed to see your eager faces and feel the warmth of fellowship in this sacred gathering. There's a certain kind of peace that embraces us when we come together in the name of our Lord, isn't there? A peace that transcends all understanding, a peace that ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Topics: God, Able