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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    About Formalism In Worship.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 31, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,327 views

    It is not good when our worship is nothing more than a formality, rather than an engagement with the One whom we are supposedly worshipping.

    ABOUT FORMALISM IN WORSHIP. Psalm 50:7-15. Taken as a whole, the content of this Psalm appears as a court case, with El Elohim Yahweh, “the Mighty God the LORD” (cf. Psalm 50:1) presiding as Judge (cf. Psalm 50:6) - and God’s covenant people in the dock (cf. Psalm 50:5). Here the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Bother With Worship? Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Apr 2, 2023
     | 2,168 views

    A Palm Sunday message answering the question posed by the title

    INTRODUCTION: In The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy, the Lion, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Man arrive at the legendary Emerald City to meet with the Wizard. The Wizard is reputed to hold the power to solve each of the travelers' problems. But to enter his presence, they must first traverse a long, dimly ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worshipping Face To Face

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 6, 2022
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     | 2,898 views

    This is a topical message related to worship. I want to discuss the worship-related experience of coming face to face with the glorious presence of the Lord, which ultimately leads to the worship response of falling face down before Him.

    I have entitled our sermon/Bible study for this evening, “Worshipping Face to Face. I once preached a sermon entitled “Worshipping Face Down,” in which I discussed how people in the Bible often fell face down in worship in response to the glorious presence of both God the Father and the Son. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship, Work And Rest Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 28, 2023
     | 1,619 views

    This passage commences with three principles: 1. Six days you must work, 2. Seventh day is the day of rest, and 3. Keep the seventh day. This fourth commandment is a call to Remember the sabbath day, keep it holy, and rest in it (Exodus 20:8-11).

    Text: Deuteronomy 5:12-15 Theme: Work, Rest and Worship Greetings: The Lord is good; and his love endures forever. Illustration: A man in a confessional said, “Bless me Father, for I have sinned. I have committed the sin of vanity. Twice a day I look in the mirror and tell myself how Handsome I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Generosity Is A Form Of Worship. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 2, 2024
     | 1,358 views

    What do we own? A great question. It all belongs to God, who is generous to all. It is an act of worship tolive and give generously.

    Generosity is a form of worship. As you will know if you’ve been here over the last few weeks, apart from last week when we focused on youth and children, we have been looking at Dr Harry Wendt’s material, “In Heavens Name Why on Earth.” This is the last week of the series, and the focus of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Thankgiving Night Of Worship

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jan 18, 2026
     | 83 views

    Tonight we gather not simply because the calendar says “Thanksgiving,” but because God Himself has been good.

    Thankgiving Night of Worship 23-11-2025 Psalm 103: 1-5 Tonight we gather not simply because the calendar says “Thanksgiving,” but because God Himself has been good. • Worship is never just about what God has done • it’s about who He is. • And when we pause long enough to remember His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is Christian Worship?

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Mar 6, 2026
     | 143 views

    Singing songs in church on a Sunday morning is a beautiful part of it. But, the Bible paints a much bigger, more profound picture that can transform our entire lives.

    So what is Christian worship? I mean, what is it really all about? It’s one of those questions that sounds pretty simple on the surface, but the answer goes much deeper than we might expect. When many people hear the word “worship,” the first thing that comes to mind is singing songs in church on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Youthful Worship SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,700 views

    This sermon explores the question of why young people should remember and serve God in their youth, highlighting the benefits and power of youthful worship.

    Today, we will explore an intriguing question raised by a passage of Scripture: Why should young people remember God and serve Him in their youth? Let us delve into Ecclesiastes 12:1, which urges us to remember our Creator in the days of our youth, before the challenges of old age arise. ...read more

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    Worship Vs. Worry PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,264 views

    Explore the importance of prioritizing worship over worry, as illustrated by the story of Mary and Martha in the book of Luke.

    Good morning, church family. We're going to dive into a powerful scripture today from the book of Luke that will challenge us to examine our priorities, our worries, and the way we worship. It's a familiar story but I want us to look at it with fresh eyes. It's all about two sisters, Mary and ...read more

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    We Are Created To Worship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,111 views

    Explores the profound truth and transformative power of knowing Christ, urging believers to seek a deeper relationship with Him.

    Well, good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing to gather in God's house today? As we gather together, let's remember that we are not mere spectators, but active participants in this grand symphony of faith. We are here to seek Him, to know Him, and to be known by Him. Today, we will be ...read more

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  • Michael Bates avatar

    Worship The Greatest King

    Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 26, 2023
     | 1,488 views

    Throughout human history vastly powerful empires, nations, and leaders have come and go. But God's divine power is sovereign and eternal. When Christ comes again ALL people (including powerful leaders) will have to bow down and submit to His Kingship.

    The Bible says in Psalms 47:1-9 NIV; 1. Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy. 2. For the Lord Most High is awesome, the great King over all the earth. 3. He subdued nations under us; peoples under our feet. 4. He chose our inheritance for us, the pride of Jacob, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Worship Without Walls

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 15,294 views

    We’re called to worship not only inside the walls of a church, but to worship without walls. How? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with our God.

    Worship without Walls Micah 6:6-8 (New International Version) 6With what shall I come before the LORD and bow down before the exalted God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves a year old? 7Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Heart Full Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Jun 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,548 views

    Second sermon in a series on the Lord’s Prayer based on a booklet by Partners in Ministry.

    THE THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST June 5, 2005 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Matthew 6:7-15 "A Heart Full of Worship" A woman was getting a pie ready to put into the oven when the phone rang. It was the school nurse: Her son had come down with a high fever and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Worshiping Power Of Pain

    Contributed by Harry Ford Jr. on Jun 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,899 views

    Worship through pain is the act of paying homage or devotion to God during suffering, distress or sorrow.

    Romans 5:1-5 Have you ever had something thappen to you that cut you so deep that you did not know what to do.It waqs a pain so intense that you were confused on what was and is the next step in your life. As christian we are taught to worship God in all things. The question is how do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Ramsey Ledford avatar

    All Worship Is Not Acceptable

    Contributed by Ramsey Ledford on Jul 19, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,867 views

    This is a sermon on how to both worship and fear God as He desires us to rather that simply going through the "form" of religion only.

    “All Worship is Not Acceptable” Introduction: Assyria conquered Israel and most were deported from Samaria to Assyria. Assyria replaced the deported Israelites with captives of other countries to live in Samaria. This is where our text will pick up. #1) What has been imported into our way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist