Sermons on Worship In Spirit And Truth:

A No Good Lying Fig Tree

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 1, 2010

A Warning to all those who APPEAR to be fruitful, but are not.

A No Good Lying Fig Tree Matthew 21:17-20 INTRO A. No one likes A Liar! 1. There was a world renowned theologian and philosopher several years ago who used a story to illustrate this point. 2. It was a story about a monkey and a coon dog. 3. This world famous theologian’s name was Jerry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The True Vine Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 5, 2010

What are the implications for us as Christians when Jesus presents Himself as the True Vine? The message explores this truth as we endeavour to encourage believers to produce the fruit of righteousness.

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Altar Of Incense Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 3, 2011

This series of 6 messages looks at the design of the tabernacle as a template for drawing near to God. The Altar of Incense represents worship. In worship we are transported into God's presence, transformed by God's power and transfixed by God's glory.

THE ALTAR OF INCENSE Let’s play a word association game. I will say a word and you say the first thing that pops into your head when you hear that word. Apple – Car – Husband – Donut – God … What came into your mind when you heard the word GOD. AW Tozer once ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When The Truth Collides With Religious Beliefs Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs Luke 14:1-6 Jesus has left the large crowds and continues heading toward Jerusalem (9:51). It is a Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, and a prominent leader of the Pharisees invites him to a Sabbath meal in an attempt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Truth Collides With Religious Beliefs

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: When the Truth Collides with Religious Beliefs Luke 14:1-6 Jesus has left the large crowds and continues heading toward Jerusalem (9:51). It is a Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath, and a prominent leader of the Pharisees invites him to a Sabbath meal in an attempt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Liturgical Training Ground For Our Bodies Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 10, 2011

Both spirit and body are trained in the liturgy for the Resurrection existence

St. Anthony of Padua 13 June 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy The feast of San Antonio de Padua, patron of our city, leads us to focus on the deep humility of this amazing member of the then-young Order of Friars Minor, the Franciscans. It was not well known at the time that he was probably the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Catholic

(Section 3) Worship Delight Supreme Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Aug 4, 2018

Defining Worship and Preparation

XV. "WORSHIP . . . DELIGHT SUPREME" Walter H. Werner (1893- 1987) Classic Sermons on Worship pg 117 Joshua 15:13-15 A. Worship is not easily defined. It is so interwoven with prayer and Bible study that it is not easy to tell where worship ends and prayer and Bible study begin. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Life Of Gratitude, Proclamation, And Testimony - 1 Chronicles 16:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2024

1 Chronicles 16:8 offers us a blueprint for a life transformed by truth.

A Life of Gratitude, Proclamation, and Testimony - 1 Chronicles 16:8 “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.” (1 Chronicles 16:8, NLT) What a joy it is to open the Word of God together. Today, we explore a verse that, although brief, carries ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:8, Psalm 100:4, Isaiah 12:4, Matthew 28:19, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Means What He Says

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Mar 7, 2005

This sermon is a reminder that God means what He says.

God Means What He Says 3/6/05 a.m. Ridgeway Assembly of God Church Pastor Greg Tabor Introduction Read 1 Kings 13 To understand the setting for this morning’s message we need first of all to have a little background information. The story involves Israel’s 1st king after it seceded, King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Consuming Fire

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 22, 2010

God has called us to a life of accountability and worship.

A Consuming Fire, Hebrews 12:18-29 Introduction What is your motivation for attending church today? You say, "Well, it's the Sabbath and we're supposed to keep it holy." Actually, it's not the Sabbath. Today is the first day of the week. It is the day the early Christians chose instead of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Christian Church

Stemming The Tide-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 28, 2016

3 of 5. YaHWeH(the LORD) sought for a man who would be willing to stand for Him in the midst of apostasy. Who will stand for the Lord or stem the tide of sin? A person who stems the tide of sin, Addresses spiritual...

STEMMING THE TIDE-III—Ezekiel 22:23-31 Gap/Breach/Sin Intervention/Confrontation/Stand against Standing in the Gap Attention: ‘Flex-Seal’(TV advertisement). A liquid rubber compound which can be sprayed or painted on surfaces. It cures, forming a flexible water-repellant ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

In God's Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

This sermon encourages living God's word, seeking His sovereignty, worshipping with worthiness, and maintaining purity to stand in His presence, as guided by Psalm 24. Key

Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, it’s truly a blessing to stand before you today, as we gather together in the name of our Lord, to reflect on His word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the profound wisdom found in Psalm 24. Before we delve into the Scripture, let's ...read more

Topics: Worship

Called To Become In Faith The Saints We Are Baptized To Be

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2026

We must grow to live a holy life, one of right praise through worship and of right living by following the twin commandments

Second Sunday Integral 2026 Saint Paul writes to one of his troublesome churches in Corinth today and reminds them of God’s desire for them and all of us. He always teaches something in his introductory paragraphs. The communication is addressed to those “who have been sanctified in Christ Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:3, Isaiah 49:5-6, Psalm 40:2, Psalm 40:4, Psalm 40:7-10, 1 Corinthians 1:1-3, John 1:29-34, 1 Samuel 9:1-26, 1 Samuel 10:9-13, 1 Samuel 10:20-24, 1 Samuel 16:14-23, 1 Samuel 16:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Spiritual Discipline Of Worship (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 17, 2021

A continuing look at Spiritual Disciplines to help us grow more Christlike. Part 2 of worship

Spiritual Disciplines - Worship (2) July 18, 2021 I have to admit that sometimes I actually listen to my wife! When it comes to Sunday mornings, as a pastor, sometimes it’s hard to worship. There’s lot of distractions. Lots to think about and consider. Is everything all set? How’s the sound? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Truth, Obedience, And Other Antique Virtues

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

The unpopular notion of absolute truth, and how obedience leads us to truth

TRUTH, OBEDIENCE, AND OTHER ANTIQUE VIRTUES 1 John 2:3-6 March 5, 1995 INTRO: A few weeks ago, during our Friday night devotional, I asked my teens how many of them had seen "Schindler’s List", Steven Spielberg’s recent movie about the Holocaust. I asked them: was the Holocaust right or was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist