Sermons on Reverence Toward God:

Where Knowledge Begins Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. We have made it clear that fear means reverence, and the Lord means Jehovah, but the hard part is still ahead. What does it mean that the attitude of reverence toward the one true God is the beginning of knowledge?

A millennium and a half ago Diogenes said, "The foundation of every state is the education of its youth." Both ancient and modern philosophers have recognized that education is basic to the making and keeping of any great and strong nation great and strong. Lowell said, "It is in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

Aligning Yourselves With The Purposes Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2013

What made Peter different from other men, that people fell dead before him, that his shadow healed the sick, that 1,000s were saved when he preached? It was his intimate exposure to Jesus and his aligning himself with the purposes of God.

ALIGNING YOURSELVES WITH THE PURPOSES OF GOD Luke 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE WISDOM OF YOUTH Some parents have questioned whether their kid’s brains were functioning, but there's actually a lot of evidence to prove something is going in out there: 1. Patrick, age 10, said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Power Toward Us Who Believe

Contributed by Mike Bryant on Mar 3, 2021

Man has always sought unlimited power. God has given believers just that. What is this power that God has given us, and how do we avoid squandering it?

I) The search for unlimited power has been constant theme of history. A) Politically, we see this in attempts throughout history to rule the world. For example, Alexander the Great ruled Greece at the age of sixteen and soon set out on a conquest that saw him ruling most of the known Western ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19, Ephesians 3:20-21, Matthew 19:26, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 13:30-50, 2 Corinthians 5:9-10, Matthew 6:19-21, Romans 2:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can God's Love Toward Us Change?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 27, 2021

There is a quote going around that essentially says, "No matter how good we try to be God cannot love us more and no matter how bad we are God cannot love us less." What does God's Holy Word say about that?

Can God’s Love Toward Us Change? Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:9-12 “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8, Romans 5:8, Exodus 20:4-6, John 14:23-24, John 15:5-8, 2 Timothy 2:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Serve God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 4, 2025

Serving God is not just a duty but a privilege. Many people serve different things in life—money, career, personal ambitions—but true fulfilment comes from serving the Lord.

SERVE GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 24:15 "But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Exodus 23:25, Deuteronomy 10:12, 1 Samuel 12:24, Matthew 6:24, Romans 12:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

True Unadulterated Worship In The House Of God

Contributed by Christian Jones on Oct 21, 2023

In a world filled with distractions and temptations, it's vital for us to understand and embrace the concept of true unadulterated worship in the house of God. Genuine worship goes beyond rituals and routines, touching the very core of our relationship with God.

Point 1: Worship with a Humble Heart Exodus 20:3 - "You shall have no other gods before me." True worship begins with humility, recognizing that God alone deserves our reverence and adoration. When we come before Him with a humble heart, we acknowledge His supremacy and our dependence on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3, John 4:24, Psalm 100:4, Romans 12:1, Psalm 111:10, Psalm 133:1, Matthew 25:40, 2 Corinthians 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heading Toward Christmas - Thinking About Giving Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 13, 2009

Two basic thoughts about giving. 1- Giving to God 2- Giving to man

INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told of a very wealthy man who, on the occasion of his daughter’s marriage, sent a check for $5,000 to the bridegroom as a wedding present. He sent it by the hand of the bride’s sister and when she returned, the man eagerly asked: “What did your new brother-in-law say ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The King Conquers Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009

The world has rejected God, and for a time they soared with the apparent freedom of an eagle. But, God will bring them down. This portion of Revelation also pictures the doom of every individual who is attempting to clutch sin and soar away from God. Let

Revelation 19:17-20:3 Purpose: To show the awful consequences of rebelling against God. Aim: I want the listener to love and revere God so much that sin becomes very sinful. INTRODUCTION: One day a man, out hiking in the country, happened to see a magnificent golden eagle flying upward into the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why We Fear Everything Else?

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 31, 2024

Fear of God is missing in our lives because of which we fear everything. When we fear God, we can live in peace in the midst of all the terrifying events that surround us. We fear something because it is powerful or has the power to harm or kill us.

Why we fear everything else? The reason we fear everything else, like COVID, earthquakes, and destructions, because we don’t fear God. God does not make us tremble, and we are not scared of him(reverence for God). Fear of God is missing in our lives because of which we fear everything. When we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:31

Mere Stones/Reminders-11 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 10, 2017

11 of 11. Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

MERE STONES/Reminders-XI—Joshua 4:1-24(:15-24) Reminder/Recall/Memorial/Symbol/Post-it notes/String on finger Seemingly insignificant reminders can make all the difference in a Christian‘s life! Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Holiness Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2012

God is holy. Worship Him. Cultivate a reverence for God. Commit to living a Christlike life. Let God change you. Holiness is irresistible.

The primary meaning of holy is separate, to cut. It means literally “I’m different!” • God’s purity is distinct, unique, and separate from all that we know. • When we find a dress or something that is outstanding, we say it is ‘a cut above the rest.’ ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Supermodel

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 6, 2012

Exposition of Appearance

Text: Titus 2:1-10, Title: Supermodel, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/16/12, AM Opening illustration: Erika’s cousin Nikki Background to passage: in this letter to Titus, the young pastor at Crete, Paul includes a list known to commentators as a “household code.” These codes are ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A First Step Toward Witnessing For The Non-Evangelist

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 18, 2018

A look at how crucial it is to recognize that God has put a few people around that we are responsible to pray for and witness to.

- Let me note as we begin that the sermon title speaks of the “non-evangelist.” While there are people who are spiritually gifted at evangelism, sharing our faith is a job that is assigned to all of us. I’m referring there to the person who doesn’t feel they’re any good at that or for the person ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Come And Worship! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 12, 2013

Come and Worship (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A Call to Rejoice (1-5) A Call to Reverence (6-7a) A Call to Respond (7b-11) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Stuart Sacks tells the story of when he was serving as a missionary in Paraguay, • A Maka Indian named Rafael came to sit on my porch. • Stuart was eating and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

It’s Not Just Any Old Name

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 19, 2010

God's name is holy and should be treated with reverence.

"You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not hold anyone guiltless who misuses his name." One of the toughest things for me is to visit in jails and prisons. I don’t know why this makes me so nervous. But, there is something about being in a prison among people ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist