Sermons on Worship Essentials:

Communion With God (Part 2) - James 5:13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 17, 2022

The role of emotion in prayer

James 5:13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. Introduction Your religion is what you do with your solitude. When you are all alone and you don’t have to think about any particular thing, what do you think about? What are you like in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13

Responding To The Revelation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 17, 2010

John's response to his vision of Jesus pictures how we are to respond to Jesus with awe, assurance and action.

Last week we had the privilege of seeing a wonderful portrait of Jesus that reveals to us what He is doing right now – walking among His churches for the purposes of reconciling, interceding, purifying, guiding, protecting and shining. And we determined that as His followers, we are to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Lord’s Prayer Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 7, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 11: 1 – 4

Luke 11: 1 – 4 The Real Lord’s Prayer Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.” 2 So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Trinity Sunday - Embracing The Mystery: Understanding The Trinity Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024

The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of our Christian faith. It may be challenging to fully grasp, but it is essential for us to understand and appreciate the nature of God and His work in our lives.

Embracing the Mystery: Understanding the Trinity Introduction: Today, we gather to celebrate Trinity Sunday, a day dedicated to contemplating the mystery and majesty of our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The doctrine of the Trinity is one of the most profound and foundational truths of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 28:19, John 14:16-17, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 13:14, Ephesians 2:18, Romans 8:26-27, John 14:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is Us - Pt. 4 Extras Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 22, 2017

Do we know who we are? With all of our hang-ups, challenges, gifts, warts and all, “THIS IS US!” Understanding our identity is essential for our health.

This Is US! Pt. 4 - Extras I. Introduction “When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.” That was the declaration of the Ralph Ellison who was the author of the Invisible Man. Do you know who you are? If you do not, then it isn't Jesus' fault because He climbs a mountain, sits down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Army Or Arena Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Apr 19, 2009

Hosea apparently interrupts a feast (possibly Passover) in order to say that loyalty and faithfulness are vital to authentic living/worship.

Army and Arena Text: Hosea 9:1-9 In The 24-Hour Christian, Pastor Earl Palmer warns that people, in general, flock to any proof of power. “Political tyrants always use the army and the arena, the power of the sword and the circus.” (p. 47) This is as true in the church as it is in the political ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-9

Denomination: *other

The Doxology Of "The Songs Of Degrees.”

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Aug 13, 2008

This series of psalms ends, as all worship should, with the voice of praise and thanksgiving. Our prayers, worship and waiting upon the Lord should lead us to bless the Lord, and bid all others do the same.

The Doxology of “The Songs of Degrees.” Psalms 134:1 Behold, bless ye the LORD, all ye servants of the LORD, which by night stand in the house of the LORD. 2 Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and bless the LORD. 3 The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion. This series of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 134:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Revering God's Name: The Third Commandment Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 20, 2016

The Third Commandment reminds us to honor God in our manner of worship and living. We are to worship and live in reverence and humility, not misusing God's name, for His name means salvation to those who believe.

“Revering God’s Name” Exodus 20:7 We have been studying some of the threads of the Gospel in the Old Testament as the Drama of God’s salvation has unfolded throughout history. We are looking at the Ten Commandments and today we examine the third commandment from Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The King (Christ Is Universal)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

This was our Senior High Youth Worship Sunday. The worship and the sermon focussed on how much Christ applies to us all, despite all the things that are different between us... Christ is still our Lord.

Colossians 1:15-20 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. He is before all ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Renew 2021 (4) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 24, 2021

We need to follow the example of Ezra and Nehemiah who returned to Jerusalem by the direction of the Lord to rebuild, restore, rejuvenate the Temple, Worship to God and rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. The key is to reconnect with God in worship and prayer.

Series: Renew 2021 Thesis: We need to be renewed by connecting or re-connecting with the Lord this year in 2021. To do this requires a renewed mind, a renewed soul and a renewed passion for Jesus. Key theme Scriptures Verse for the year: “Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Isaiah 40:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gideon's Second Fleece Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 21, 2022

God may call us and test our faith in the process. it is essential we take God at His word for He who calls is able to provide. This is the account of Gideon asking for a second fleece.

MESSAGE - Gideon's Second Fleece Ron Ferguson This is a message about the testing of faith, which is taking God at His word. This sermon is longer than average. It is centred on the Judge of Israel, Gideon. Judges 6 v 7 “Now it came about when the sons of Israel cried to the LORD on account ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Creativity--The Opposite Of Liturgy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 21, 2011

Our profession of faith in Christ is guided not only by Scripture, but by the Fathers of the Church, the historic creeds, and our liturgical tradition.

Monday of the 5th Week of Easter Spirit of the Liturgy Mistaken identity. It’s an embarrassment, and occasionally a lethal inconvenience. Consider poor Jude here. No wonder he appears to have preferred the name “Thaddeus,” and became patron saint of hopeless causes. Even the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:5-18

Denomination: Catholic

A Task Unfinished Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 9, 2019

We have all we need to finish the task in front of us.

A Task Unfinished Acts 1:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill September 7-8, 2019 Play Gospel Project Video: Acts BTW, a longer version of this video covering the first half of the Book of Acts is available on the “Sermon Extras” tab on the Edgewood app or website. If you don’t have Right Now Media, you’ll need ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Walk With God Day By Day Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 27, 2013

We will examine Paul’s travels from Ephesus to Miletus and derive three essential ingredients as to how we can walk with God day by day, over the long haul.

Learning to Walk With God Day by Day Acts 20:1-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. How many of you have had times of discouragement and disappointment in your Christian walk? Sometimes it is not easy to “keep on keepin’ on,” is it? 2. The apostle Paul had spent over two ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Bowed But Not Beaten

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 20, 2002

When faced with the difficulties of life, David’s words in Psalm 56 can help us to bear up under the worst of circumstances.

OPENING: A minister was making a wooden trellis to support a climbing vine. As he was pounding away, he noticed that a little boy was watching him. The youngster didn’t say a word, so the preacher kept on working, thinking the lad would leave. But he didn’t. Pleased at the thought that his work ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ