Sermons on Worship Decorum:

Through Praise Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 29, 2019

God desires to interact with us through praise which encompasses prayer and worship as well. We can discover with the help of the Lord joy in the journey of life – even when we face illness, death, persecution, trials and hardship.

Series: We need to find joy in the journey! Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers because storms will blow in and out of our lives. We must put ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15, Psalm 150:1-6, Psalm 145:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking The Journey

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 1, 2019

God’s call to take the journey to worship the newborn king isn’t just for those born to privilege, or those born in the church. It isn’t just for pastors, scholars, and religious leaders. No, God’s call to worship is for anyone who will listen.

OPENING STORY An old king sat uncomfortably on his throne, fingernails dug into well-worn grooves in the wood as he waited nervously for the mysterious travelers to approach. All Jerusalem was abuzz with the rumors that these men were searching for a new heir which had just been born, yet neither ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

I Am Good Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 2, 2021

We cannot help but shout of joy, amen? We cannot help but worship Him with gladness, amen? We cannot help but come before Him with joyful songs because we are His! Because Jesus … our dear, precious Savior … bought us with His blood.

One of my favorite novels is Daniel Defoe’s “Robinson Crusoe.” Well … we call Defoe’s book “Robinson Crusoe,” but the actual title of the books is … “The Life and Strange Surprizing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, Mariner: Who Lived Eight and Twenty Years, All Alone in an Un-inhabited ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 145:15-16, Matthew 7:13-14, Psalm 143:10

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is Our Purpose? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 5, 2021

If we do not know the Lord’s purpose as a church, then we can’t plan for success; and thus, we will see no results in reaching the world for Jesus Christ. This passage shows the five purposes (five E-words) designed for every church.

This morning, I want us to think about our purpose. The word “purpose” is defined as, “the reason for which something exists or is done,” and “an intended or desired result.”(1) Based on the definition of the word “purpose,” we can see how we need to consider the reason why we do certain things, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

Through Praise

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 17, 2019

Gods greatest desire is that we – you and I - would act like Him and live with Him. God placed His nature in us and as a believer His presence lives in us (Gen 2:8). He desires to interact with us through praise which encompasses prayer and worship as well.

Introduce the video clip to CHC church – from Insanity of God! Dmitri’s Song by Chris Long – the sacrifice and the true meaning of praise is revealed in Dmitri’s life and song of praise that he sang every day in prison at sunrise to Jesus! He did this for 17 years. Even with the persecution, the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Life Song

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 24, 2020

The following sermon is going to review the resurrection of Christ and in doing so invite you to think about what kind of “life song” you are currently singing!

His Song for us to Sing Luke 24:1-12 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The songs that we sing often speak volumes about our character. Music is powerful for the melody and words not only pull at our emotions but can transport us back in time to experience both ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Battle Begins In The Desert

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 27, 2020

Jesus is led into the desert to conquer Satan's temptations.

3.1.20 Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” 4 Jesus answered, “It is written: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Encouragement Among Believers Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 22, 2020

Life is full of surprises. Life is full of stresses and burdens. When we chose to follow God's will, the stresses and burdens of life can pull against His perfect will. That's why believers need each other and need to encourage one another.

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA Rev. Bradford Reaves, Sr. Pastor www.GraceCommunity.com Watch this message https://youtu.be/dmWN4pn5UVY Introduction Have you ever had a situation, where you did the right thing, but the people around you were actually disappointed or angry with you? Over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:38-56, Galatians 6:2, Romans 8:31, 2 Corinthians 4:17, Mark 10:27, Matthew 17:20, Hebrews 10:24-25, Ephesians 6:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

One Day In The Temple

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 29, 2020

We don’t have a temple anymore yet we gather as a church as we gather we recognise that God is bring pilgrims home to be encouraged with spiritual strength as we help each other see the reality of God’s strength.

You can listen to the message here:- https://soundcloud.com/necallanquak/special-sermon-one-day-in-the-temple-psalm-841-12 Message Psalm 84:1-12 One Day in the Temple 1 How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord Almighty! 2 My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Happiness Through - Peace Making (Beatitudes) Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Nov 2, 2020

You are never more like God than when you are restoring broken relationships. This is the heart of God and Jesus said it this way. “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”

Happiness In An Unsettling World Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus Dr. Tom Bartlett – November 1, 2020 Matthew 5:9 PEACEMAKER OUTLINE Peacemaker “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 (ESV) Why be a peacemaker? • Broken relationships hinder your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9, 1 John 4:20, Psalm 37:21-22, James 3:18, Matthew 5:23-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

David: A Man After God's Heart (2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 18, 2020

What made David a man after God's heart? David's confrontation with Goliath demonstrates David's committed, confident, and courageous heart!

David: A Man after God’s Heart (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/28/2016 Last Sunday we started a new series exploring the life of David. The Bible dedicates more pen and parchment to the life of David than to anyone other than Jesus himself. His adventures are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 17:4-46

Denomination: Christian Church

Christmas According To Matthew (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 23, 2020

Wise men still still seek Him

Christmas Eve 2020 Wise Men Still Seek Him Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-24-2020 Christmas Eve 1987 What’s the best Christmas present you have ever received? Several come to mind. When we were first married Maxine got tickets for us to go see The Orlando ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer Of Jesus - Part One.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 5, 2023

I Pray for Them. Revised.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS - Part One. John 17:1-11. In the midst of His last pre-crucifixion discourse, Jesus left the upper room with His inner band of eleven disciples, continuing to talk along the way (cf. John 14:31). Then He prayed a very public prayer on behalf of the Apostles, and of the whole ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Worthy Life Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 7, 2023

Beginning a Series on Colossians, talking about living a life worthy of Jesus

A Worthy Life CCCAG, February 12th 2023 Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Introduction: I was looking back through my files last week and since I came here as the pastor in 2014, we have done sermon series focusing on the Gospel of John, and the epistles of Romans, James, Ephesians, and Philippians. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What You Win Them With Is What You Win Them To

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 14, 2021

It is vital the way a church reaches the lost. God's way or man's way.

What you Win them With, is What you Win them To Text: 2 Samuel 6:1-10 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Good morning everyone… I want to share with you something that I believe is extremely important in our day and age. In-fact; I think this might be one of the biggest things the Church needs to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-10, 2 Samuel 12:7-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible