Sermons on Purpose To Worship:

God Wants To Test Me Before He Bless Me

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jan 14, 2006

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY GOD WOULD ALLOW YOU TO GO THROUGH SOME THINGS IN LIFE AS IF HE IS TESTING YOU? GUESS WHAT, HE IS, BUT DON’T WORRY THERE IS A PURPOSE TO YOUR TEST. GOD WANTS TO BLESS YOU THROUGH YOUR TEST. LET’S LOOK AT ABRAHAM.

GOD WANTS TO TEST ME BEFORE HE BLESS ME GENESIS 22:1-18 (1, 18) HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT YOU HAD SURVIVED THE WORST THAT LIFE COULD THROW YOUR WAY ONLY TO BE SURPRISED BY A NEW BATTERY OF TESTS? SUCH HAD TO BE THE THOUGHT OF ABRAHAM. CHAPTER 22 (NKJV) “AFTER THESE THINGS GOD TESTED ABRAHAM.” THESE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All That Singing In Church: What's That About?

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 18, 2006

A message addressing some basic issues surrounding the singing part of worship.

Open: Ask people why we sing in church… have them share in just a few words. Should we sing more… less… more hymns… more upbeat songs… do we need an electric guitar… full drum set going… maybe some rapping. All over our country… really all over the world… the singing in church is seen ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Whatever It Takes To Love God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006

Third in a series of messages on doing "whatever it takes" to grow in our walk with Jesus. This message focuses on worship.

Review: A “Whatever it Takes” Commitment: 1. Does not hold to convention 2. Is not hemmed in by circumstances 3. Does not heed convenience 4. Is not hampered by criticism 5. Does bring honor to Christ Read Psalm 95 I do whatever it takes to love God when I… (Note: The first letters of the points ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving In All Things

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 12, 2004

Our response to God in the hard times tells the world who we really are.

June 13, 2004 Morning Worship Text: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15 Subject: Suffering for God Title: Thanksgiving in All Things You know that one of my favorite bible passages come from Acts 16. I love the story of Paul and Silas being thrown into a Philippian jail and put into stocks in the inner ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's That Smell?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 30, 2004

A sermon on the fragrance of Christ based on 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 (Outline adapted from Sermon Central Contributor Wayner Burnett; some information and illustrations taken from Criswell Legacy Web Site, W. A. Criswell)

Sermon for 6/27/2004 What’s That Smell? 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 Introduction: Aromatherapy means "treatment using scents". It is a treatment of caring for the body with pleasant smelling oils. The essential oils are added to the bath or massaged into the skin, inhaled directly or diffused to scent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flip Your Lid

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

A challenge to go deeper in worship.

Flip Your Lid January 1, 2006 Romans 12:1-2 Video: What is Worship? I can think of no better way to start the New Year than to set our hearts and minds on honoring God. To make a decision to Flip our Lids for Jesus! Story: A few months ago, we had some guests from the Netherlands. While ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Congregation

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 10, 2004

There is so much talk among self appointed prophets that the day of the gathering Church is over. I can’t sit back and let these words go un-challenged. God is into unity and its impossible to have unity sitting at home by ourselves or cutting ourselves o

The power of the congregation There is so much talk among self appointed prophets that the day of the gathering Church is over. I can’t sit back and let these words go un-challenged. God is into unity and its impossible to have unity sitting at home by ourselves or cutting ourselves off from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3, Malachi 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let The Rivers Of Revival Flow

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 30, 2005

A Recipe for Revival. Revival is not just a couple of evangelistic meetings and growth in the church. It is when God’s people fall back in love with Jesus and we start to pray, see the power, and praise God.

LET THE RIVERS OF REVIVAL FLOW Ezekial 47:1-12 INTRO There are three categories of people in life today. There are those that make things happen. Those that watch things happen. Then those that don’t know what is happening. IF we want revival in the church, we need more people that will make ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God's Rag-Tag Army

Contributed by Robert Harting on Sep 27, 2006

Applies to Christian Warfare and our responsibility to God.

“GOD’S RAG-TAG ARMY!” (MARK 6:30-34) Good Morning!! What a beautiful day this is! We are in the House of God and we should be over-joyed to be able to be here! We should also be over-joyed at the prospect of getting out in the world and sharing the love and mercy of God with all we come into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Baptist

Iworship Part 1: Why Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

True worship begins with a clear picture of who we are in light of who God is.

iWorship Part 1: Why iWorship “To worship God is to ascribe to Him supreme worth, for He alone is worthy.” -Ralph P. Martin "Worship in the Early Church" Icebreaker: I heard a cute story the other day about a little boy named Chris. He was going up the steps to a large church. He saw 3 statues ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Iworship Part 3: How Iworship Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

A lifestyle of worship always results in relationship, repentance, rulership, and renewal.

iWorship Part 3: How iWorship Icebreaker: Quick. What comes to mind when you hear the word, “Worship?” Probably “music,” right? But you know, music is just one method we’re supposed to use to worship God. But since last week we focused so extensively on music, I want to share some pretty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-39

Denomination: Church Of God

"Made On Purpose, For A Purpose"

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 16, 2017

Many people will go through their entire life without knowing their purpose. God has a purpose for you and it is not a secret.

“Made on Purpose, for a Purpose” Ephesians 2:8-10 There are several words or phrases I could use that depending on the generation you grew up in, you would know exactly what I mean. • I am trying to find myself • I want to find my destiny • Lord what is my calling • Lord do I have a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Made On Purpose, For A Purpose" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 30, 2017

God made you on purpose and has a unique purpose for you. Find it today.

“Made on Purpose, for a Purpose” Ephesians 2:8-10 There are several words or phrases I could use that depending on the generation you grew up in, you would know exactly what I mean. • I am trying to find myself • I want to find my destiny • Lord what is my calling • Lord do I have a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Purposive Will Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 18, 2023

There is a purpose for every act of God in the lives of the redeemed children of God. God does with a purpose. Those who live in Christ are guided by his spirit. Most of the times, may be boring, not creative and may not to the expectations of the times. But God leads to the best of our lives.

Theme: Purposive Will   Text:  Isaiah 46:1-13 Greetings: The Lord is good, and his love endures forever. Joke: A young man asked his pastor to pray for the will of God. . The Pastor, laid his hands on his head and said, “By the will of God, you will walk today!” The boy smiled at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Attitude Of Worship Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 29, 2012

Why am I here? Where am I going? What is my purpose? We focus on verses 1-7 as we consider our attitude in worshiping our Savior.

Ecclesiastes 5:1-20 The Attitude of Worship! (Because of time constraint and emphasis, I only used the first seven verses. I completed the rest and had them in the notes for the church members to do further study.) Walk prudently when you go to the house of God; and draw near to hear rather ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist