Sermons on Wholehearted Praise:

Encouragement - 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 22, 2025

What does it mean to biblically encourage one another.

Being an Encourager Hebrews 3:7–13 September 21, 2025 Have you ever noticed the times when scripture quotes scripture? It’s really unique and another indication the Word is alive and active. It’s a powerful reminder that the writers have already had their hearts and spirits touched by the power ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

"How Shall We Sing In Babylon?”

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 4, 2025

Psalm 137 is one of the rawest prayers in all of Scripture. It begins with tears by the rivers of Babylon and ends with rage, calling for vengeance.

?? Sermon 2: Robinson Chapel UMC, Liberty, SC Title: “How Shall We Sing in Babylon?” Texts: Habakkuk 1:1–4; 2:1–4, Psalm 137 Introduction / Background Psalm 137 is one of the rawest prayers in all of Scripture. It begins with tears by the rivers of Babylon and ends with rage, calling for ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

I Will Bless Thee O Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to establish a lifestyle of praising God in all circumstances, both good and bad, as a daily habit.

Good morning, Church family. Today we're going to be diving into a topic that is close to the heart of every believer. That is, praising God in all circumstances, whether they are good or bad. This is not an occasional act, but it's about establishing a lifestyle of praise. Our key scripture today ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

Topics: Praising God, Lifestyle

Bless The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of continually blessing and praising the Lord in our lives, as it brings spiritual and mental well-being, demonstrates the power of God, and is a vital aspect of our faith.

Good morning, beloved family and friends! Today, we are going to dive deep into the words found in Psalm 34:1. Before we get started, let me share a quote from A.W. Tozer, who once said, "Without worship, we go about miserable." Worshiping and blessing the Lord are not only essential elements of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1

Topics: Blessing, Praise, Thanksgiving

Worship Increases Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 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

I've Come To Give The Lord The Highest Praise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing a lifestyle of continuous praise, recognizing God's perpetual love, perennial faithfulness, and eternal truth as outlined in Psalm 100:4.

Good morning, dear church family. It's another beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to share in the richness of God's word and to uplift our spirits in communal worship. Today, we turn our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Topics: Worthy, Highest Praise

The Impending Day Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 13, 2018

Joel 2:1-17 teaches us that God's impending judgment may yet be averted by a wholehearted repentance.

Scripture We are currently in a sermon series that I am calling, “Lessons from a Minor Prophet: Joel.” The Prophet Joel was perhaps the earliest of the Old Testament’s writing prophets. My own view is that Joel wrote his prophecy in the eighth (or perhaps even in the ninth) century BC. The ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choices Make A Difference PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

Wholehearted obedience to God, not partial or conditional surrender, is the true expression of faith and trust, bringing us into deeper relationship with Him.

Some of us know the tug-of-war inside the heart: the whisper of God on Sunday and the noise of everything else on Monday. We mean well. We sing loud. We even start strong. But somewhere between the amen and the alarm clock, our obedience gets edited, trimmed, negotiated. Can you relate? I can. We ...read more

Topics: Starting, Staying

When God Leaves You Speechless

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Dec 3, 2015

Zacharias came to worship God one day hoping that God would "show up". Surprisingly, that is exactly what God did! How should you respond when God shows up and meets your needs?

WHEN GOD LEAVES YOU SPEECHLESS LUKE 1:15-25; 57-80 Introduction: There is a wise saying I heard a few years back that speaks great truth. “Life is not about how many breaths you take, but about the moments that take your breath away.” Some breathtaking moments for me..... 1. The day I watched my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:15-80

Denomination: Baptist

It All Turning Around At Midnight

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jan 13, 2016

What you're going through is a praise, prayer and song away from turning around

In the New York Times there was an article stipulating the population of the prison system, this article asserts that the United States of America constitutes 5 percent of the world’s population, but it houses 25 percent of the prison population. Penal Statistic’s Data reports that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

641 Attributes Of God Plus 50 Benefits Of Praise

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 21, 2008

641 attributes of God and 50 benefits of praise

Fifty Benefits That You Gain By Praising God (Ephesians 1) 1. Praise helps us appreciate all the past, present and future blessings that are given to us in the Holy Spirit. The Lord calls all believers to be intimate with Him and praise facilitates our nearness to God. Praise enables us to come ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-23, Hebrews 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dedicated Service To The Lord Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 20, 2025

Dedicated service to the Lord is a wholehearted commitment to God’s work done out of love, faith, and obedience, not for human recognition.

DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1-2 Key Verse: “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” — Colossians 3:23 Supporting Texts: Joshua 24:14-15, Malachi 3:17-18, 1 Corinthians 15:58, John 12:26 INTRODUCTION: Service to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Who Fear The Lord Give Him Praise

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 5, 2001

Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem

Theme: You who fear the Lord give Him praise Text: Is. 50:4-7; Phil. 2:6-11; Lk. 19:28-40 Read Luke 19:38 “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” Biographers normally devote very little space to the death of their subjects but the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40, Isaiah 50:4-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praise God For Working All Things Together For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 13, 2003

Praise God for His omnipotent ability to work ALL things together for good for those who love God and all are called according to His purposes. Sometimes when we doubt that the Lord can work good out of adversity we need to remember

Praise God for Working all Things Together for Good (Rom. 8:28,29) Praise God for His omnipotent ability to work ALL things together for good for those who love God and all are called according to His purposes. Illustration: The employers were also asked to list the "most unusual" questions ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise God For His Present Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 1, 2003

Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength always ready to help us i

Praise God for His Present Help in Times of Trouble (Psa 46:1,2) Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational