Sermons on Worship Essentials:

Don't Give God The Leftovers Series

Contributed by David Barnes on Nov 16, 2021

Malachi 1

Don’t Give God the Leftovers Associate Pastor Dave Barnes, Discover Church, November 14, 2021 INTRO VIDEO – first 2:30 minutes of “How to Read Malachi” by Bible Project. You can view it here: https://youtu.be/HPGShWZ4Jvk I used a clip from the RightNow Media version because it was 1080p HD ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-11

The Sacrifice Of Praise Series

Contributed by Kevin Evans Tay on Aug 8, 2020

We no longer need to bring an animal to sacrifice in the temple/church, but God does want another sacrifice which is the sacrifice of praise.

THE SACRIFICE OF PRAISE INTRODUCTION • Good morning to all of you and also to those who are tuning in online. • My latest sermon two weeks ago was entitled SOP (Source of Perseverance) • Something that we need to realize in the midst of our storm and challenges. • We need to Persevere in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Called To Give Praise: An Exposition Of Psalm 148

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 30, 2020

There is more to giving praise than praising

Called to Give Praise: An Exposition of Psalm 148 The 148th Psalm belongs to a subsection of 5 psalms in the Psalter. The Book of Psalms was basically their hymnbook. Like our hymnals, groups of like songs are put together in the same section, even though they were written by different authors at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 148:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus In The Old Testament: Jesus In Creation Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 3, 2018

This message looks at the pre-incarnate Christ.

Jesus in Creation - Finding Jesus in the Old Testament - Part 1 Intro Story: When I was young believer, I wasn’t really clear on who Jesus is. I had a sense that he was divine, that He had the power to forgive sins, and I believed that he had given his life for me, taken away my sins in order to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20, Genesis 1:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon: Happy Thanksgiving - A Season To Be Grateful

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 13, 2025

These psalms of praise are an invitation to bless the Lord for his compassion, which is described as forgiving sins, healing diseases, redeeming life, and showering his people with loving-kindness and tender mercies. It's a season to be grateful!

Sermon: Happy Thanksgiving - A Season to Be Grateful Scripture: Psalms 100: 1-5 “Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5, Exodus 23:14-17, 1 Chronicles 23:30-31, Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

I Alone

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 19, 2025

Abraham interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah, and we need to intercede and stand in the gap for our brethren

I love this cook book. I’ve never prepared or eaten a single dish from it’s recipes. I love it because it has some strange recipes: Read one-maybe just title I also love it because it was compiled from recipes from the 1800’s and published by the Daughters of the Texas Republic. It has 183 pages ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22, Ezekiel 22:30, Hebrews 7:25

Thanksgiving Reminds Us

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 22, 2025

Thanksgiving day often brings us back to a place of memories. Memories of Thanksgiving celebrations in the past. It reminds of who God is and who we are before Him.

Thanksgiving Reminds Us Col. 1:3-6 Intro. I love Thanksgiving. It brings us back to a place of worship and honoring the Lord. It brings us back to a place of memories. It brings us back to a place of remembering who God is and who were are. I. It reminds us to keep God in his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6, Psalm 95:3, 1 Chronicles 29:11, Isaiah 6:1-5, Philippians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

The importance of engaging with God's Word for spiritual growth, understanding, and as a fundamental aspect of worship.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather here in His name, united by a common thread of faith, hope, and love? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, in our unique ways, have been drawn by the loving hand of our Savior into this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

The Reading Of The Law PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores how the rediscovery and understanding of God's Law transformed the Israelites' worship and relationships, offering guidance for our lives today.

Good morning, church family. We gather here today, hearts filled with hope, eyes lifted to the heavens, ready to hear the words of our Lord. We come with open minds, ready to be filled with His wisdom. We stand on the edge of a new understanding, a new perspective, a fresh revelation of His truth. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-8

Topics: Foundation Of Worship, Word Of God

Amos: Preaching A Message No One Wants To Hear Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 29, 2013

Here is the message no one wants to hear: Believers who live their lives doing whatever they please are essentially pagans.

Major News from Minor Prophets Amos: Preaching a message no one wants to hear Amos came from the Southern Kingdom of Judah. But his words were aimed at all of Israel, both the Northern and Southern Kingdoms. Some Old Testament prophets spent their entire adult lives in ministry. But Amos did ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hold It Together - Genesis 1:6-20 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 23, 2021

The problem is we don’t know what to worship just by looking at the scriptures. Some people mistake that to be worship creation itself. Some people worship creation instead of the Creator. They misunderstand the message.

We’re studying the book of Genesis and we start, of course, with Genesis 1 which is creation. Last week we looked at God created the heavens and the earth. We looked at day one where God created light. One of the things we said is here’s what happens when you start to look at creation. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:6-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Believe Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Aug 30, 2006

"I believe" are perhaps the hardest words of the Apostle’s Creed to state. Faith is under attack, but it is absolutely essential.

During World War II allied armies marched into Germany on their way to Berlin. Retreating German soldiers switched road signs and destroyed landmarks in an effort to confuse their enemy. And, to an extent, it worked, for many a G.I. followed a false marker only to end up in the wrong place. That ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-23, Jude 1:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Instructing In God's Word Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

The most basic essential for any healthy church is a commitment to hearing, learning, and applying God’s Word.

Making an Impact: Instructing in God’s Word Since Bible is our “middle” name, I thought it would be a good idea to begin this morning with a little Bible quiz. You guys should do really well on this. Let’s start with an easy one from the Old Testament. 1. Where is the first tennis match ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42, Acts 17:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Is Baptism Necessary For Salvation?

Contributed by Andrew Hoseason on Sep 14, 2001

Salvation is through the blood of Jesus alone. Baptism is not essential for salvation. However, baptism is still essentia!

Is Baptism necessary for Salvation? Expanded notes by Andrew Hoseason 29 July 2001 and 5th August 2001 SCRIPTURE Ephesians 2: 1-10 & Luke 7:36-50 Genesis 15: 1-7 & James 2:14-26 for further research: Mtt 7:15-23 Heb 13:15-16 Ps 51 Brothers and sisters, today I would like to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-7, Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ