Sermons on Rejoicing Praise:

The Prayer Of Faith

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 25, 2009

This is a discussion of the effective fervent prayer.

Text: “The effective fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much” (James 5:16). Prayer is communication or communion with God. It can be a petition or an appeal to Him confessing our sins and asking for forgiveness. It can be conversation with Him giving Him praise for showering us with ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Prayer-And The Life!-That Exalts God Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 26, 2010

We hallow the name of God not only with our lips but also with our lives.

THE PRAYER -- AND THE LIFE! -- THAT EXALTS GOD “...hallowed be thy name.” Matthew 6:9 Jan and I were watching a cooking show the other day -- Ina Garten’s Barefoot Contessa, I think it was -- and I commented on how Ina chops vegetables. In this instance, she was chopping ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part Five - Choosing Worship Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 3, 2009

What it means to be a church member

Some people go through life like Calvin, the obnoxious little seven-year-old in the comic strip, Calvin and Hobbes. Now, Calvin has a sense of humor, but it’s all cynical and gruesome. There is no joy connected with the humor. It’s somewhat like the faces of those who claim to be followers of ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

How Great Thou Art Series

Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008

How Great Thou Art is a top scared hymn of praise among God’s people

How Great Thou Art is a top scared hymn of praise among God’s people The English translation was written by Stuart K. Hine along with the music arrangement The text was based on the Bible verse Psalm 145:3 “Great is the Lord, and most worthy of praise; His greatness no one can fathom” I like how ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Anatomy Of A Worshipper

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 16, 2010

Worship isn''t an entertaining showcase for a talented soprano or a lecture on textual criticism or a pleasant weekly reunion of friends and family. Instead, true worship is a joyous celebration of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ

THE ANATOMY OF A WORSHIPPER by Bishop Charles C Jones 2 Samuel 24:18-24:25 Our focus in this message is to explore the exercise of worship. There is a book out that is entitled ’ Worship is a verb’, in this book the author states that Worship isn''t an entertaining showcase for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Navigating The Ups And Downs Of Life

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012

James expresses the fact that life is made up of triumph and tragedy, of sorrow and joy. Sickness can trip us up and sin can entangle us. We rarely know what to expect. Life is often very unpredictable. Our trust level in Christ will impact our response t

Navigating the Ups and Downs of Life James 5:13-18 13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14 Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sound - Pt. 4 - Sound Barriers Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 26, 2013

We underestimate its power. It can change the outcome and the atmosphere. It can determine victory. What sound is your life producing?

Sound Pt. 4 – Sound Barriers If you have been here the last 3 weeks then you are surely becoming convinced that there is power in sound. They say a picture is worth a thousand words and that is probably true. However, as powerful as sight is sound rivals its impact. You simply change the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Purpose Of Worship (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 28, 2013

The truth is worship is not about us, it’s not about our likes or our dislikes, it’s not about who’s doing what or who’s not doing what. Worship is about God!

Purpose of Evangelism-To tell someone about Christ, like someone told you. Purpose of Servant Hood-To give a hand up instead of just a hand out! Matthew 4:10-Then Jesus said to him, “Away with you, Satan! For it is written, ‘You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Hallowing Experience Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 11, 2013

This series includes applications from Brad Young's "The Jewish Background of the Lord's Prayer" and Nehemia Gordon's and Keith Johnson's "A Prayer to Our Father." This lesson deals with Proclaiming, Praising, and Practicing the Name of God.

1. Importance of a Name Shakespeare asked “What’s in a name” a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. Many people, like Shakespeare, would say that a name is not important; however, the importance of a name is paramount. In the Bible the name of a person described their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ministry Of Priesthood

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you doing your priestly duties here on earth? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate some of the priestly duties that we need to fulfill for GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 16:4 (New Living Transla

I. EXORDIUM: Are you doing your priestly duties here on earth? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate some of the priestly duties that we need to fulfill for GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 16:4 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) David appointed the following ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Healing Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 10, 2013

A talk given on Mothering Sunday and completing a series in the Book of James. God wants a praying, praising and healing church. The power of forgiveness brings healing.

Historically mothering Sunday was a day when people returned to their mother church for a special service of celebration. People who did that were said to have gone a-mothering. By the 18th century Mothering Sunday was a specific Sunday in Lent just a few weeks before Easter when domestic servants ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

Christmas Message Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 17, 2011

Merry Christmas and beyond.

A Christmas Message that keeps on Giving - Pre-existence. Intro: 1. It is not possible to stress the importance of knowing who Jesus Christ is too much. He is the basis of our faith. I thought it would be good to go beyond a little baby Jesus sermon and in the coming messages give you the truth ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Psalm For Giving Thanks!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 18, 2012

A Psalm For Giving Thanks. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A call to worship (vs 1-3) • Shout (vs 1) • Sing (vs 2) • Remember (vs 3) A call to thanksgiving (vs 4-5) • Be full of awe (vs 4a) • Be full of Gratitude (vs 4b) • Be full of praise (vs 5) SERMON BODY: • This is the only Psalm in the 150 Psalms that is in its entirety a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Brethren

What's Going On In Your Church?

Contributed by Lauri Smalls on Oct 11, 2012

A gentle reminder to believers, that the church should always be on the move.

Numbers 2:1-9 Organization for Israel’s Camp 1 Then the LORD gave these instructions to Moses and Aaron: 2 “When the Israelites set up camp, each tribe will be assigned its own area. The tribal divisions will camp beneath their family banners on all four sides of the Tabernacle, but ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Worship?

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 6, 2011

So much confusion about Worship, as if it really is all about a type of music, let's see what Jesus has to say about worship.

WHAT IS WORSHIP? (All of my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com And all Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) This morning we are missing all the other Elders of the church, I am the only one here. They are all attending worship at our sister church in Shenendoah, and will ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ