Sermons on Reasons To Praise:

Praise In Persecution

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

An exhortation to praise when life hurts.

Praise In Persecution We often paint the Christian life as one of utter joy and prosperity when we witness to unbelievers. Christians spend their lives trying to live up to that sales pitch. They learn to ignore the pain in their lives or accept it as punishment for their sins. They wear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12-13, Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Answer Of Praise Series

Contributed by Robert Hoos on Apr 25, 2007

This sermon is a good message about where we find the answer to our hurt and pain when we turn through the pages of Revelation. Only by seeing the attributes of God can we be comforted in the midst of our pain.

The Answer of Praise (Masterpiece of Hope Series) Revelation 15:3-4; 11:16-18 We must learn to trust in who God is, and that he is good. Chapel Service of Plainfield Christian Church Rob Hoos Introduction There are some things that we think good Christians just don’t say. It doesn’t matter what we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Piracy Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 2, 2007

We have had praise pirated from the church.

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor The Piracy of Praise July 1, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A A few years ago, FBC was robbed, burglarized, vandalized, invaded-robbed of possessions, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

In The Valley Of Praise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 19, 2007

Jehoshaphat and Judah should not have won this battle... under ordinary circumstances. How did they prepare to be used by God in this momentous confrontation?

OPEN: (We played Don Francisco’s Song "Jehoshaphat" after reading the text... it’s worth buying his CD just for personal enjoyment) One of the oldest books on warfare was written by Sun Tzu. It’s called the Art Of War and in its 13 chapters, Sun Tzu laid down some basic principles of how to wage ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praise The Lord

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 10, 2006

Its amazing how praising God can do so much for you.

PRAISE THE LORD Psalms 149 149:1 Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, and his praise in the congregation of saints. 2 Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King. 3 Let them praise his name in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is It Bragging Or Praising?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 20, 2007

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples.

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples. I know myself that I rather hear praise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:3

The Pathway To Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 10, 2007

Praise is accomplished in a series of steps.

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor The Pathway to Praise July 8, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A We have spent several weeks on the topic of praise. 1 Established many facts, learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Praised By God Series

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Sep 21, 2006

There are so many today endeavoring for the praises of man. Many spend their life seeking the praise and approval of others. Would it not be better to receive the praise of God instead of the praise of man? How does one receive the praise of God?

Praised by God By Greg Johnson http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org God’s Word says (Romans 2:28-29 NIV) "A man is not a Jew if he is only one outwardly, nor is circumcision merely outward and physical. {29} No, a man is a Jew if he is one inwardly; and circumcision is circumcision of the heart, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise The King

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 1, 2004

Our purpose on this earth is to bring honor and glory to God.

Praise the King 09/05/04 Intro: Number 1 purpose of our life is to bring honor and glory to God. We are to live our lives so that they point to the glorious nature of God. Jesus lived his life to give glory to God. God glorified himself through Jesus. “Jesus replied, ‘If I glorify myself, my ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Praise & Worship

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 1, 2004

Many Christians do not fully understand what proper praise and worship are, and they do not realize the utmost importance of praise and worship. This sermon will cast light upon what real praise and worship are, what it means and how it benefits us and G

Please turn to PSALM 73:27, 28 as we read God’s Word. ‘Those who are far from You will perish; You destroy all who are unfaithful to You. But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all Your deeds.’ I want to talk to you this morning about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:27-28

Denomination: *other

The Path Of Praise

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 16, 2007

This great passage shows us HOW to praise God: Personally, Verbally, & Continually, and then we find ’5 Results of choosing to walk the Path of Praise.’ Link included to formatted text, audio & video, & PowerPoint Presentation.

The Path of Praise Psalm 34:1-7 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PathOfPraise.html We must choose whether we will walk the path of praise or just continue to follow the avenue of the average. But consider carefully, for the path of praise leads to bigger and better things that tower high above ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Praise Primer

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 30, 2007

A sermon on praise from Psalm 150 (Compiled from various SermonCentral Contributors, Thanks!)

Sermon for 7/29/2007 Psalm 150- A Praise Primer Introduction: Two newspapers now in town. WBTU: Journalists are trained to answer 5 W’s and an H when reporting on an event. Thesis: Let’s answer the What, Where, Who, Why, When and How of Psalm 150! For instances: 1. What? (Is Praise; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praise And Testimony

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013

Let your testimony be praise to Him!

Ps 22:22-26 22 I will declare thy name unto my brethren: in the midst of the congregation will I praise thee. 23 Ye that fear the LORD, praise him; all ye the seed of Jacob, glorify him; and fear him, all ye the seed of Israel. 24 For he hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Lord!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 13, 2014

God's Word teaches us clearly we are to praise the Lord. God wants to hear our praise. But what is praise? Do we really understand what is involved in praising the Lord? How does praise effect God? What effect does praise have on us?

Praise the Lord Luke 19:29-40 On the day we call Palm Sunday as Christ rode into Jerusalem fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, we read that "the whole multitude of his disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen, saying, "Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-40

Denomination: Baptist

Word Of Praise

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 25, 2014

Praise is powerful! With our praise, God overcomes our foes.

1. Eddie Rickenbacker It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea gulls would flock to this old man, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ