Sermons on Slave Songs:

Just Say Yes Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 25, 2011

We do not receive the Spirit just by saying "No" to a list of prohibited actions. We receive him by saying yes to the call of God, and yes to the commands of God

Life sometimes really does seem a lot like a shell game. It moves faster than you can keep track of and what you reach for is often disappointingly empty. For many people life feels just plain random, a big gamble but at least it's not rigged against you. But sometimes life may feel like a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirituality Of Musicianship-The Musicianship Of Spirituality Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 22, 2017

Ours is an artistic faith. We are exhorted to encourage one another with songs and hymns and spiritual songs-singing and making melody in our hearts to the Lord. It seems that worshipping God makes us all musicians.

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: *other

The Ode Of Mary

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 20, 2018

What do mercy, helping the poor and feeding the hungry have to do with celebrating the birth of Jesus? Let’s discuss the Ode of Mary, the Latin Magificat, the Greek Megalynalion in Luke 1:39-55.

What do mercy, helping the poor and feeding the hungry have to do with celebrating the birth of Jesus? Let’s discuss the Ode of Mary, the Latin Magificat, the Greek Megalynalion in Luke 1:39-55. Luke includes three canticles or songs, written like Psalms, Mary’s Song, Zechariah’s Song, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of The Revelation Of God

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 15, 2015

Romans 16:25-27 places Christ’s birth in the broad arena of God’s desire for humanity to live in peace. The reconciliation that is offered in the gospel is the reconciliation to what humanity was created to be.

How many of you like mystery stories? I certainly do. When I was younger, I loved watching mystery TV shows such as the “Perry Mason” movies, “Columbo” and “MacLeod”. Even now I like watching TV shows such “CSI: NY” and all three versions of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Anglican

The Little Things Are The Big Things In Life! Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 18, 2014

Mary’s song re-orients our attention back to what is most important about Christmas. . The main thing is that the Lord God chose to do a wonderful thing by sending His Son. He is Mighty and Merciful, and we are so in need of His strength and mercy!

Why Christmas Is a Big Deal: The Little Things Are the Big Things in Life! Scripture Text: Luke 1.39-45 INTRODUCTION The whole atmosphere in sports-stadiums is something-to-behold! When my wife and I went to watch a professional football game, …people all-around-us were severely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Nazarene

Deborah & Barak's Song (Judges 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2025

What does God think about those who refuse to come to the aid of someone in trouble? Let's look at Judges 5.

What does the victory song of Deborah and Barak teach us about God? What is the last enemy to be destroyed? Are we like Meroz? Let’s look at Judges 5. Did men give themselves willingly, letting the hair grow untrimmed until victory was won? Did God give the victory? Later that day, Deborah and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Shall We Sing The Lord's Song In A Strange Land?

Contributed by David Johnston on Dec 9, 2006

This is a funeral message of a dear sister, a great saint of God who loved to sing and play instruments in church.

Funeral of Sis. Millie Eph 5:19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord; Rev. 14:1 And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Sion, and with him an hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father’s name written ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Simeon’s Song - What Do You See In Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 29, 2012

Simeon spent his life looking for the Messiah. He teaches us that those who seek the Lord will find him.

You will always find what you are looking for. Your parents probably told you when you were young, “if you go looking for trouble, it will be sure to find you.” The principle at work is a spiritual one, “your actions will be directed toward the thing you desire most.” I know a lady loves ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“he Hath Put A New Song In My Mouth"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

“He hath put a new song in my mouth"

Psalm 40:1–5 When the universe was formed “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy” (Job 38:7). when God brought His people out of Egypt, Israel sang the song of Moses (Exodus 15). One day, when redemption is complete, we will sing the Song of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 2 – Psalm 120 – Trouble And Persecution Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023

The first Psalm of Ascent looks at trouble and what to do with lying lips and a deceitful tongue. We have difficulties and persecution but God is the Mighty Rock and our refuge. We dwell in an evil world but God is in control!

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 2 – PSALM 120 – TROUBLE AND PERSECUTION (A). O, THE GRIEF OF THE TROUBLED SOUL {{Psalm 120:1 “In my trouble I cried to the LORD and He answered me.”}} The Introduction for these Psalms has been done in Part 1, and today we commence with Psalm 120, obviously the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 120:1, Matthew 11:28-29, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 81:6, Psalm 91:14, Psalm 120:2-4, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 6:15, Psalm 25:2, Psalm 25:19, Psalm 31:15, Psalm 91:5-6, Psalm 91:2-4, Psalm 120:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Songs We Sing: "this Is Amazing Grace" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 18, 2025

Worship is a complete attitude and direction of our hearts and minds towards God.

SONGS WE SING: ‘THIS IS AMAZING GRACE’ PSALM 24:1-10 #AmazingGrace SING ‘THIS IS AMAZING GRACE’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. FOCUS ON “WORSHIP” I realize I am using that word… “worship”… and you may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Songs We Sing: "good Good Father" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 26, 2025

Good, Good Father helps us unlearn damaging things we have heard about God.

SONGS WE SING: ‘GOOD GOOD FATHER’ Matthew 7:9-11, and many others #GoodGoodFather SING ‘GOOD GOOD FATHER’ INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing.” Part of worshipping God is singing. FOCUS ON “WORSHIP” I realize I am using that word… “worship”… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Soul Magnifies The Lord

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Mary’s song

My Soul Magnifies the Lord, Luke 1:46-56 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ December 16, 2001 The lion was proud of his mastery of the animal kingdom. One day he decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He was so confident that he by-passed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy To The World

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

Examining this Christmas Song

Ps. 98 Joy To The World The Gospel In Hymns - Albert Bayley Imagine a little man 5 feet high; a large head made bigger with a huge wig, a hooked nose small piercing eyes, a frail and sickly body; the whole combination looking more like an embryo than a fully developed organism; that was the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Me

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 21, 2011

A sermon inspired by a song.

Song-Remember Me by Brook Benton (YouTube) Luke 23:39-43-Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, “If You are the Christ, save Yourself and us.” But the other, answering, rebuked him, saying, “Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? And we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist