Sermons on Outward Worship:

Trinity In Worship Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Aug 10, 2010

After considering some reasons why the Trinity is not always central in our tradition, discussing how the Trinity shapes liturgical substance.

‘Glory be to God the Father’, sings the church, ‘glory be to God the Son, glory be to God the Spirit, great Jehovah, Three in One’. What is this? we ask—praise to three gods? No, praise to one God in three persons. This is the God whom Christians worship—God in three persons. At the heart of  the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Worthless Worship

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 30, 2010

Too many of our day seem to think that because they sit through church services that they have participated in worship. However, that isn’t necessarily true. Sadly, many Christians these days are simply going through the motions, without heart involvement

WORTHLESS WORSHIP Copyright August 2010 by Rev. Donnie L. Martin. All Rights Reserved. Text: Mal. 1:11-13 I. DISRESPECTFUL SERVICE A. Israel Doubted And Denied God’s Loving Relationship. B. Israel Was Showing God No Respect. C. Israel’s Worship Was Without Reverence. II. DISQUALIFIED ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Unacceptable Worship”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jul 22, 2009

This portion of scripture deals with worship that was not acceptable to God. It’s an astounding thought to realize we can have church and it not be pleasing unto the Lord. Rather than bringing pleasure to Him and grieves Him. When our worship is unaccep

“UNACCEPTABLE WORSHIP” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com MALACHI 1:6-14 This portion of scripture deals with worship that was not acceptable to God. It’s an astounding thought to realize we can have church and it not be pleasing unto the Lord. Rather than bringing pleasure to Him and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

The Worship Coach Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 11, 2009

New Testament worship either leads to action or it isn’t really worship.

People hire acting coaches, career coaches, executive coaches, financial coaches, job search coaches, and life coaches in addition to athletic coaches. What are all of these coaches supposed to do? I mean, White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper didn’t want to take anything away from Mark Buehrle’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: *other

The Witness Of Worship

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 12, 2009

Worship is inspired, inevitable and an invitation.

WITNESS OF WORSHIP A few years ago, the world watched as three gray whales became trapped by the ice off Point Barrow, Alaska. They were battered and bloody, gasping for breath at a hole in the ice. Their only hope was to be transported five miles past the ice pack to open sea. Rescuers began ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Is Worship

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 14, 2009

One of the most misunderstood terms in our English language is the word “worship”. We often confuse the word worship with thanksgiving and praise. This sermon will help people to understand the difference.

John 4:23-24 23 But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. 24 God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth. INTRODUCTION There are many venues in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Worship

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Oct 21, 2007

True Worship has four characteristics; Central Focus is the Triune God, Character of worship is humility, Community of worship, and Continual nature of worship.

1. INTRODUCTION a. Good morning. This morning we begin a new series focused on Spiritual Disciplines. Revelation chapter 5 gives us a picture of the Spiritual discipline of worship. b. Illustration – The magi carried gifts from afar and came to worship the newborn baby. King Herod said he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Worship Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Showing the power of worship with Paul and Silas

Power of Worship Theme: Show the power of worship Text: Acts 16:16-34 read 16:16-24 Introduction Things started out well for Paul and Silas. Being led by the Holy Spirit through a vision into the Macedonia area they soon came to Phillipi. There was no doubt that the Spirit of the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Church Of God

Elements Of Worship Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007

Show the parts of worship in the story of Abraham’s vision with God

Title: Requirments, Resistance and Results of Worship Theme: To show the importance of worship. Text: Genesis 15:7-21 Open with Genesis 15:6-8 Abraham just beginning his walk with the Lord. Why did God choose him? Why did God use him? Abraham had a relationship. A relationship of worship and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:7-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Worshipping With Others Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 6, 2007

This is the fourth in a series of messages in conjunction with Dwayne Moore’s "Thirty Days of Praise"

Thirty Days of Praise Worshipping with Others 1 Corinthians 14:26 * I read about a family that put together jigsaw puzzles. They started with fairly simple puzzles and moved to the more complicated ones. One night, the father brought home the first thousand-piece puzzle for them to try. The family ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26

Denomination: Baptist

Awe In Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 13, 2007

We don’t reverence God as we ought, when He is safely tucked inside the boxes of our understanding, our theology, our control, or in the box of our familiarity. What happens when He gets out of our box?

Encountering God – Part 8 – Awe in Worship Review Last week we talked about why God’s glory or presence doesn’t show up in worship or in a gathering of His people. Some folks would notice if He wasn’t there, others would see no difference. I talked a bit about three reasons why God’s glory ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Worship

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 25, 2009

What is worship?

Wednesday Night: Special Worship Service Summer 2008 The Meaning of Worship A reverent devotion or allegiance to God, a person, or any object regarded as holy. This is worship. Worship is not a song or poem or something played with instruments. Worship is more than something you sing it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: *other

Worship The Saviour Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

Christmas Series - making Christmas meaningful

“3 Things we can do to make this Christmas Meaningful – 2) Worship the Saviour Gladstone Baptist Church – 6/8/06 pm Where we spend our time is where we worship. We’ve talked a lot over the last couple of years about what worship is. How would you define worship? <Get responses from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart For Worship Series

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 14, 2012

A fan thinks worship is about them, a follower knows it is all about GOD

Worship The supreme activity of a Christian is worship. As Jesus talks with the Samaritan woman about a location of worship, He proclaims that God is spirit and that those who worship Him must worship Him in spirit and truth. For worship, God is indifferent to places, nationalities, and methods. We ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Women And Worship

Contributed by Greg Powell on Apr 17, 2012

An expository message on the difficult passage of head coverings in 1 Corinthians and its implications toward submission.

INTRO: I will tell you unashamedly that I am not scared to preach on this passage. Not scared, I am terrified! I want to handle the Word of God rightly and accurately. There is a big, gigantic “HUH?” that you could right over the top of these verses in your Bible. You read this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist