Sermons on Reasons Not To Worship:

The Heart Of True Worship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 5, 2025

This is the 43rd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#43] THE HEART OF TRUE WORSHIP Luke 11:37-54 Introduction: This morning, we are going look at what true worship really is. In our text, Jesus talks to the religious leaders of His time. He shows us that worship is not just about doing religious things or looking good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

Worship At First Christmas

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

True worship is always measured by the response of the heart to God.

A. WORSHIP 1. The effectiveness of worship is not measured by music, our words, or the place. 2. True worship is always measured by the response of the heart to God. 3. True worship is measured by the transformation of the worshipper. 4. True worship never allows us to remain the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:2-20, Luke 1:35

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Praises And Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Explores the power of worship as a spiritual weapon and emphasizes that our victory lies in God, not in our own strength.

Good morning, my dear church family. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, to share a message that I believe is timely and relevant for all of us. It's a message that touches on the very heart of our faith, our worship, and our relationship with God. Our text for today is found in 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:22-23

Topics: Victory, Enemies

Worship Increases Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

This sermon encourages cultivating a heart of gratitude towards God's grace, goodness, and glory, and responding to His love with joyful praise and thanksgiving.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering. It is a joy to see you all, a joy to gather with you in the house of the Lord. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but because of the unending grace of our God. We are here because His love has drawn us near, His mercy has ...read more

Topics: Praise, Corporate Worship

We Are Created To Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

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

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-19

Topics: Ownership, Supremacy

Alabaster Box Of Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

This sermon explores the true meaning of worship through Mary's act of anointing Jesus, emphasizing selfless devotion and recognition of the divine over material concerns.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a privilege to gather here today, in this sanctuary of shared faith and fellowship, to delve into the profound mysteries and wonders of God's Word. As we gather here today, we are reminded of the words of the great preacher Charles ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Topics: Ointment, Worship

Zeal To Worship God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' zeal for pure worship, His intolerance for exploitation, and His commitment to truth and justice as depicted in John 2:13-22.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering where hearts unite in the love of Christ, where souls find solace in the truth of His Word, and where minds are nourished by the profound wisdom of Scripture. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. God, in His infinite wisdom, has brought ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Commercialization, Temple

Believers Worship God With Reverence And Awe

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 8, 2004

EPIPHANY 5(A) - Believers worhsip God with reverence and awe not just on one but as a way of life.

BELIEVERS WORSHIP GOD WITH REVERENCE AND AWE Isaiah 58:5-9a - February 8, 2004 ISAIAH 58:5-9a 5Is this the kind of fast I have chosen, only a day for a man to humble himself? Is it only for bowing one’s head like a reed and for lying on sackcloth and ashes? Is that what you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:5-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The #1 Reason People Miss Heaven Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Romans 9:30-10:21

Romans Series # 44 June 26, 2002 Title: The #1 Reason People Miss Heaven Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently at the end of Chapter 9 of Romans as we continue with message #44 of our verse-by-verse ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Beyond Reason? Two Part.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 23, 2002

We do a study on FAITH and REASON, two parts. Both parts here.

Faith Beyond Reason By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is Part #1 of Faith? Reason? I ponder, could everything hinge on FAITH? I ponder whose report are you believing? Why? We fail to realize that listening to words can bring life or they can bring death? I would like to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Numbers 13:30-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seeking The Lost, For All The Wrong Reasons

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 30, 2002

There are those who may go about to convert lost souls....but not with the proper motive that God wants us to be moved by.

I think that we all have done some things with the wrong motives in our hearts. A. When we were little, we didn’t misbehave if we at all thought that there might be a reward coming. 1. We were actually phonies...we weren’t being good because we loved and honored our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"But Jesus...: Faith In The Face Of Reason"

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 21, 2002

In the struggles and hard times of our lives, we are called to look beyond our own understanding, beyond our reasoning and recognize that faith the size of a mustard seed can move mountains. In your life if you have not already experienced them, times wil

“‘But Jesus…’: Faith in the Face of Reason” Mark 6:30-44 For many people, the events of this fall have resulted in changed lives. In the beginning of September we traveled on airlines without fear and seldom gave thought to things like anthrax and small pox. Before September 11th, few people knew ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44, Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Resurrection - The Real Reason For Hope And Optimism

Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 27, 2002

What makes you hopeful and optimistic? Only one thing really works, and here it is.

John 20:10-18: THE RESURRECTION: THE REAL REASON FOR HOPE AND OPTIMISM This past week there was a major earthquake in Afghanistan – the death toll is pretty high, and it continues to rise. Earthquakes always mean trouble. But not always. On Easter morning, the Bible tells us that there was an ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Five Reasons God Calls Us

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Nov 26, 2001

Some different ways God calls us: Unto Salvation, To be Saints,To be Servants, To be Separate (Holiness) and to the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: FIVE REASONS GOD CALLS US “For God so loved the world , that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:12-14, Isaiah 65:25

Denomination: Baptist

Twenty Reasons Not To Sin Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 20, 2001

This sermon gives us reasons why not to sin

TWENTY REASONS NOT TO SIN Part 2 Coming Clean Part 3 Pastor Jeff Seaman Prov. 6:20-23 “My son, keep your father’s commands and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Bind them upon your heart forever; fasten them around your neck. When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal