Sermons on Praises:

"o Come, All Ye Faithful" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Dec 24, 2018

When we sing hymns and carols like “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” we who are faithful, joyful, and triumphant join with the shepherds and the angels and all the others who are faithful, joyful, and triumphant in praising and adoring our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

On Friday, November 30th, George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States went on to be with his Lord and Maker … the Creator of all that seen and unseen … the Eternal President of the Universe. I’m sure he was greeted by family … especially his wife, Barbara, who died on April 17th … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Psalm 100:1-2, Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Welcome The King!

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Apr 2, 2020

Do we offer our worship because we expect Jesus to return the favor and make us healthy, happy, and prosperous? Or do we worship Him simply because He is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, who alone is worthy of our praise?

INTRODUCTION Today, Christians around the world are celebrating Palm Sunday… also known as the “Triumphal Entry”. This is a special day where we remember the events that happened almost 2,000 years ago… A special day when Jesus rides into Jerusalem… A special day to begin a week of celebration ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10, Zechariah 9:9, Psalm 118:25-26, John 12:9, Psalm 118:22-25, John 11:21-27, John 12:3, Luke 19:39-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: The Content Of The Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 19, 2018

The Christian’s life is anchored in Jesus Christ. From our election in Him before time began, to the final salvation of which the indwelling Spirit is the guarantee, everything we need to live “to the praise of His glory” (1:12, 14) is found in Christ.

Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 1/23/17 Lesson 5: The Content of the Prayer (1:15-19) Ephesians 1:15-19 (NIV) 15 For this reason, ever since I heard ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Father, Glorify Your Son

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 24, 2022

"Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, so that Your Son may also glorify You." When God commands his glory to overshadow our church, our mouths will be full of praise and our lips with thanksgiving forever.

FATHER, GLORIFY YOUR SON. "Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You,  as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1, John 12:23, John 13:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Do The Loudest Boos Originate

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 2, 2024

How easy is it to have 10 compliment you and 1 person speaks negative? We will tend to mope all week over the 1 negative comment. Life is about focus. Two powers reside in the mouth and the ears, your choice will release doom or praise.

WHERE DO THE LOUDEST BOOS ORIGINATE…? I WANT YOU TO UNDERSTAND THAT WE WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND LIFE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) REAP THE CONSEQUENCES? Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Numbers 21:4, Numbers 21:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worship Of The Living Creatures

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 11, 2024

Something beautiful happened when the living creatures began to worship God. Heaven came alive (to life), and all of heaven joined in to worship God. All of heaven was in one chorus worshipping God. All of heaven joined in a song of praise and adoration to God.

Whenever the living creatures give glory and honor and thanks to Him who sits on the throne, who lives forever and ever, the twenty-four elders fall down before Him who sits on the throne and worship Him who lives forever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne. Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:9-10

Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Dec 9, 2024

Prayer is an expression of sincere desire including praise, thanksgiving, lament, confession and requests. Prayer is our unique opportunity to talk to God, to converse with him which means that Prayer also is a way of God talking to us. Every believer needs the prayers of other believers.

It is the year 44AD. Around 12 years from the death and resurrection of Jesus. So we can perhaps conclude that the growth of the church has already span 12 years and believers now included a vast number of Jews and Gentiles. With growth comes challenges, strife, arguments and even misunderstanding ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:7, Matthew 10:29, Luke 14:11, Romans 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Powerful And Effective Prayer Series

Contributed by Floyd Steverson on Apr 6, 2017

Sermon from the series "Practical Christian Living" on powerful and effective prayer.

Powerful and Effective Prayer James 5:13 Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises. 14 Is anyone among you sick? He should call for the elders of the church, and they should pray over him after anointing him with olive oil in the name of the Lord. 15 ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Growth For Christian Living

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020

Material created when I was an Adjunct Professor for a small seminary. There should be something in here a Pentecostal can find helpful. ;-)

Personal Growth for Christian Living Course Material Presented By Dr. Ronald E. Shultz Trinity Valley Baptist Seminary and College June 17, 18, 2013 Table of Contents Seclusion – Fellowship/Meditation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:34-37, 1 Samuel 3:3-10, Acts 13:46-47, Acts 6:2-4, Acts 4:31, Luke 11:27-30, Luke 4:4, Proverbs 30:5-6, Joshua 1:7-8, Psalm 22:22-26, Genesis 6:13-14, 2 Chronicles 20:21-22, 1 Chronicles 16:34-35, Judges 5:2-3, Acts 9:3-7, Matthew 14:22-23, Isaiah 40:31, 1 Kings 17:1-6, Psalm 63:5-7, 1 Chronicles 23:30, Psalm 32:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Resurrection

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 12, 2015

Sadly we see today the calamities and devastation that fall on nations who have turned from the Living God of Israel. Pray we stay faithful or else we too will suffer those consequences should our nation collectively turn from God.

Saints; If we want to be effective for the cause of Christ we need a song in our hearts. If we want to assure people that our God provides eternal peace and hope we will need a smile on our face. If we want people to hear the joy of our salvation that comes from knowing Jesus as our Saviour they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fear Not: Be Not Afraid Part 4 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 15, 2023

This is the fourth and last Bible Study in this series

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 1:7, Exodus 9:18-21, Psalm 73:3-7, 1 Peter 1:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Fix Your Eyes On Jesus - Hebrews 12:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 14, 2025

We embark on a journey through Scripture inspired by themes that draw our hearts closer to God and help us to focus on our relationship with God and His transformative presence in our lives.

Go! And Fix Your Eyes on Jesus - Hebrews 12:2 Introduction Today, we embark on a journey through Scripture inspired by themes that draw our hearts closer to God and help us to focus on our relationship with God and His transformative presence in our lives. Our foundational text for today is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 95:6-7, John 4:24, Psalm 34:8, Romans 8:28, Psalm 91:1-2, Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 145:3, Revelation 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Something To Sing About Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

So lets begin to rediscover something to sing about by beginning where Paul began. From his declaration of God’s worthiness of our full-tilt, no holds barred worship, Paul includes three additional “to the praise of …” statements. Each statement is attach

Something To Sing About Ephesians 1:3-14 What makes you sing? Not a little whispered song, but a belt out the volume song. (Share your answer with someone seated next to you.) It doesn’t take much to make me sing. It might be a simple statement made in a personal conversation that rings a bell ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Coming Of The Savior

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Dec 19, 2007

The Coming of the Savior produced many actions and reactions then and now... but how has his coming affected you? 1. Fear Accompanied His Coming 2. Praise Accompanied His Coming 3. Witnessing Accompanied His Coming 4. Gifts Accompanied His Coming

For Powerpoint, please send a blank e-mail to savior@aweber.com - You will receive the powerpoint within moments... "THE COMING OF THE SAVIOR" Text: Luke 2:1-20 Matt. 2:11 The Coming of Jesus Christ to this earth is without a doubt the single greatest event that has ever happened in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mouth Defiles A Man

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 19, 2015

To show that GOD, the LORD JESUS CHRIST is aware that our mouths are built to praise Him and not to defile us. Psalms 19:14 (Amplified Bible) Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my [firm, impenet

I. EXORDIUM: How do you guard your mouth? By guarding my heart. Proverbs 4:23 Proverbs 4:23 (Amplified Bible) Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all that you guard, for out of it flow the springs of life. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:11

Denomination: Pentecostal