Sermons on Praises Overflow:

Chosen In Christ--But For What?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 2, 2024

The choice is tied up with the Father’s decision to adopt us as sons and daughters, siblings by adoption with His only-begotten Son. For what purpose? We are so favored so that we might praise the glory of God’s grace granted us through the beloved Son, His life, passion, death and Resurrection.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course 2024 St. Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians anchors our Scriptures today. Paul is acting as a prophet/teacher for the Church at Ephesus but the universal feel of this letter suggests to us that it’s more like an encyclical or circular letter for all of the churches in that ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:12-15, Ephesians 1:3-14, Mark 6:7-13, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

Deal Bountifully With Me Lord

Contributed by John Akosile on May 28, 2008

I will rather praise You than complain. I will magnify Your Holy name above all my situations. I will not allow what the wicked have done, to make me lose sight of Your goodness in my life. Forever, O Lord, You will hold the most pre-eminent place in my l

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD Fountain of life Chapel( Pastor Olawale Akosile) Deal bountifully with me Lord Scripture Reading: Psalms 13:6; Ps 119:17; 142:7 Confession: I will praise You O Lord with all my heart. With my mouth will I make known all Your marvelous works in my life. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Psalm Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 28, 2009

Here we see Jesus: 1. Wondering about injustice (1-3). 2. In a wondrous relationship with the Father (9-10). 3. Willing to suffer (4-8 & 11-18). 4. Winning the victory (19-22). 5. Worthy of our praise (23-26). 6. Ruling the world forever (27-31).

Summer Psalms #2 - The Psalm of the Cross Psalm 22:1-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 3, 2009 (Revised for Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 16, 2011) *Charles Spurgeon tells us that “this is beyond all others The Psalm of the Cross. It may have been actually repeated word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Smell What The Rock Is Cooking

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 1, 2021

“Do you smell what the Rock is cooking?” Lord willing I want to share with you two sides of our Rock, and no I’m not talking about some wrestler named the rock or rocks that have the ability to praise, but I’m talking about our Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ the Rock of our salvation

Matthew 21:43 Therefore say I unto you, The kingdom of God shall be taken from you, and given to a nation bringing forth the fruits thereof. (44) And whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken: but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder. Revelation 20:12 And I saw the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:43-44, Revelation 20:12-15

Hosanna

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 11, 2019

the Triumphal entry of Christ into Jerusalem, which we recall this Palm Sunday, we see: 1) The End of the Pilgrimage (Matthew 21:1a), the 2) The Exactness of Prophecy (Matthew 21:1b-7), 3) The Epitome of Praise (Matthew 21:8-9) and 4) The Element of Perplexity (Matthew 21:10-11)

Things are not always as they seem on the surface. When Elizabeth II had her coronation on June 02, 1953, to the casual observer, she made it look easy. As with so much in the line of royalty, the reality is a little different. Elizabeth II, who discussed her memories of her coronation in a BBC ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Other

Part 23: God Wants To Help Us! Here Are Some Great Ways To Respond Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 1, 2025

God wants to help us! 1. Rely on His help (vs. 1-3). 2. Rejoice in His help (vs. 4-6). 3. Recommend His help (vs. 8-9). 4. Rest in His help (vs. 10). 5. Remember to praise Him for His help (vs. 7, 10-11).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 23: God Wants to Help Us! Here Are Some Great Ways to Respond Psalm 46:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 1, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read a good portion of God's Word knows that there are a lot of prayers provided for us in the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Depression Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 29, 2024

In times of deep sorrow and mental struggle, it's easy to drown in waves of despair, feeling as if joy has completely vanished. Yet, we can speak hope into our hearts by fixing our gaze on God (Ps 42), trusting that even in the darkest moments, we will once again find strength and praise in Him.

Overcoming Depression Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Psalm 46:1, Job 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Biblical Church Gathering

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 16, 2020

The Church was born on the day of Pentecost. What were the gatherings to be like. Should the be like the gatherings that took place in the Jewish Synagogues and the Temple or were they to be something different?

How Should the Church Worship? Today we will be reading from John 4:7-26 Last Sunday was Pentecost Sunday. Pentecost literally means 50 or the 50th. On that 50th day Jews from all over the known world were coming into Jerusalem for the Festival of the First Fruits which celebrated the beginning ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Denomination: Nazarene

A Joyful Testimony

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 15, 2016

"Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5).

A JOYFUL TESTIMONY. Psalm 30. The junior members of the drama group were playing the part of carol singers in the musical play Toad of Toad Hall. I can still remember hearing their sweet voices singing just one line: “Joy shall be yours in the morning” (Psalm 30:5). I did not know the Lord then, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 11, 2015

How often are you tempted to think you’re more important than you really are? We like to be the center of attention. We like to promote ourselves. We like to receive praise from other people. We like the applause of others. It causes us to be more concerned about self than God and others.

Series: There’s an App for That “Pride” Matthew 6:1-4 Open We’re in this series called There’s an App for That. “App” is short for application. It’s a downloadable program for your smartphone or tablet that aids you in some area of your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Feb 2, 2020

When we give, we partner with others who preach the Gospel, we plant seeds that result in blessing, and we praise God for the gift of salvation. God wants us to give because we want to, not because we have to. We should give out of the joy of our hearts for all that God has done for us.

The Joy of Giving Philippians 4:14-19 Introduction: Anytime you teach or preach on money, it can get touchy. Jesus talked about money more than any other subject, so don’t get upset with me for talking about it today. It is the next text in our series on Philippians so I am just following ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Part 31: Wise Ways To Pray Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 12, 2025

1. Praise the Lord! (vs. 1-18)... For His unique understanding For His perfect presence For forming us and fashioning our days For the treasure of His thoughts toward us 2. Take a strong stand for our Savior (vs. 19-22). 3. Pray for God to keep searching and steering our lives (vs. 23-24).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 31: Wise Ways to Pray Psalm 139:1-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 12, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read much of the Bible knows that the LORD included many of His servant's prayers. The Dake Annotated Reference Bible lists 222 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Still And Watch

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 3, 2020

The record of King Jehoshaphat learning about a planned invasion of Judah provides an example of how we are to respond when we feel overwhelmed and unprepared when we are attacked.

Take your bibles and turn to 2 Chronicles 20. We’re going to start in verse 17 and then we’re going to back up and get into the chapter a little bit. (17) Ye shall not need to fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Instructions For Victory

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 29, 2023

This message is about God's instructions that helped me rebound after my job was eliminated.

Good morning, New Light! Many of you know me, but for those who don’t, I am Barry, your pastor’s brother, and I am honored that he asked me to share the message this morning. My message is a very personal one that resulted from a job loss. It was a difficult and uncertain time in my life, and in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25, Ephesians 2:1, 2 Chronicles 19:4, 1 Kings 15:11, 2 Chronicles 17:5, 2 Chronicles 20:1-29, Deuteronomy 4:29, Isaiah 43:26, Ephesians 1:12-14, Colossians 1:12-14, Hebrews 4:15-16, 1 Peter 5:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hard To Be Humble Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 22, 2025

God despises pride and lifts up those who are humble. But how do I know if I'm proud, and how I can make sure that I am humble?

The sermon series we’re preaching this month… is called “ONE THING”. We’re looking at ONE word that points to something important for us Christians. Scott began with the word GRACE; last week I preached on “UNITY”; and todays word is “HUMILITY.” HUMILITY - Back in the 1980s a singer named Mac ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ