Sermons on Worship Of Pagan Gods:

Who Or What Do You Worship?

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jul 20, 2003

True worship, genuine worship is an expression of our love for God.

Let us pray Welcome.... A few weeks ago, Bro. Charles Johnson spoke at our revival, and his theme was, It’s time for a change. I believe a change is taking place, and last Sunday we all witnessed such a change...............elaborate... God has a way of moving whom he wants to move, when he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Lesson 3: Worship While Suffering

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006

“Worship is giving to God the worth that is due Him” –Old Definition

“Worship is giving to God the worth that is due Him” –Old Definition A. WHEN TO WORSHIP 1. Worship when the worst calamity hits. “Then Job arose and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground and worshipped” (1:20). a. Completely humbled. b. Completely prostrate on ...read more

Scripture: Job 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Dwelling Place For God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003

Ephesians Series #7. What does the House of God look like. He does not dwell in house made of wood and stone, but in our hearts and lives. Are we being deliberate about how we are building our Dwelling place for Him.

A Walk that is Worthy Part 7 “Building a Dwelling Place for God” Text Eph 2:19-22 Intro: This morning once again we are going to continue on with our series in Ephesians entitled “A Walk that is Worthy” The title of my message specifically is “Build a Dwelling Place for God” Illus: A vicar was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Passion: A Hunger And Thirst For God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016

What determines our relationship with Him is whether we become bitter or crave for Him more than ever knowing our entire life dependence is on Christ our Lord and King. This craving is just the advent of revival of our lives.

Opening illustration: A shepherd, who had spent many years with flocks on the hills of Scotland, asked me if I had ever seen a sheep eat while lying down. When I confessed that I had not, he told me that no one had ever seen a sheep eat in that position. “If a sheep is lying down,” he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Put Your Hope In God

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Feb 22, 2021

This message moves from lament over the tough times (global pandemic) and moves toward putting our hope in God.

Psalm 42:1-11 and Psalm 43:1-5 Title: “Put Your Hope in God” Subject: How does Korah deal with the existential loss of God’s presence? Complement: with lament, memory and hope. Exegetical Idea: The apparent absence of God’s presence causes Korah to lament, remember and hope. Idea: “Put your hope ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11, Psalm 43:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Talks Through The Skies Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 27, 2021

The Bible never tells us to take a leap of faith into the darkness and hope that there is somebody out there. Instead, we are called to jump out of darkness into the light.

Today we’re going to look at what C.S. Lewis called “the greatest poem in the Psalter and one the greatest lyrics in the world.” “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. ?2 Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge.?3 There is no ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When God Fills The Church

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 24, 2024

Introduction: In the dedication of Solomon’s Temple, we witness a profound moment where God’s presence descends like a cloud, filling the house of the Lord with His glory. This event is more than just a historical account; it is a powerful reminder of what it means for God to fill His church today.

25 August 2024 FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition Dedication of the Temple 8 Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes, the leaders of the ancestral houses of the Israelites, before King Solomon in Jerusalem, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-6, 1 Kings 8:10-11

Denomination: United Methodist

God's House Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

God's House

Psalm 127 God's House 1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it 1. A Divinely Founded House - God Must Build His House - 1 Except the Lord build the house - Mt 16:18 and upon this ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Creating A Sacred Space For God SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

An Altar symbolizes a sacred space for worship and communication between a Christian and God. Understanding its significance helps deepen our connection with the Creator.

An altar is a sacred place of worship and communication between a Christian and their Creator, God. It is a place where we can offer our praises, prayers, and seek fellowship with God. In this sermon, we will explore the significance of building an altar for God, the ingredients required for its ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-7

Topics: Christianity Basics, Worship, Communication With God

The God Outside Your Box

Contributed by David Heflin on Feb 16, 2007

This sermon challenges us to stop worshipping the god in our box, and instead worship the one the who cannot be contained by the entire universe.

The God Outside Your Box Rom. 11:33-36 PSCOC 2/18/07 Intro: God in a box. We like boxes. When we move, we put everything neatly in box, and neatly label it. We use file boxes. We eat boxed lunches. We receive and ship packages in boxes. We wrap presents in boxes. We organize our shelves by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Right God, Wrong Way Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 19, 2021

Worship has the power to change you like no other activity you are involved in. Worship has the power to bless you.

Last week we focused on the first commandment: “You Shall Have No Other gods Before Me.” Last week, we focused on the “what” of worship: You Shall Worship Only God Himself. This week, we focus on the “how” of worship: You Shall Worship God the Right Way. The first commandment implicitly excludes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6, Acts 17:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Worthiness Of The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 31, 2023

Today, the vision continues in the Throne Room, and introduces Jesus Christ. God is on His throne, and in His hand is the very plan of His for creation - it is the history of the final days of Earth; the end of all things. This is the center piece of all that we are studying!

Alpha and Omega, Part 29, Revelation Part 6 The Worthiness of the Lamb of God Revelation 5:1-14 Welcome, we are grateful to have you here today – VIP cards in bulletin Introduction - Taking this a part, chapter by chapter, to understand God’s ultimate plan - Last week we were introduced to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14, Romans 11:33, John 1:29, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 11:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Planned For God's Pleasure Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on May 22, 2006

The first major purpose for which God created us - WORSHIP

FORMED FOR GOD’S FAMILY The Purpose Driven Life - Part 3 : 3/19/06 • I have here a sympathy letter sent by the President of the Republic of Cabo-Verde, an archipelago of 10 islands about 350 miles off the west coast of Africa. It was sent to the family of Adelina Dominguez who died in San ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-30, Mark 15:37-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Our Awesome God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD: WORTHY OF OUR WORSHIP AND PRAISE

BIG IDEA: OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD: WORTHY OF OUR WORSHIP AND PRAISE I. (:1-4) AWESOME IN HIS WORKS OF POWER Hymn: “O Worship the King, All Glorious Above” A. (:1-2) The Glory of His Name Calls for Glorious Praise B. (:3) The Greatness of His Power Calls for Joyful Submission even God’s enemies ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Mighty To Save

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 5, 2009

It is time for the church to worship the God of the Bible and not the God of our experience.

September 6, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Zephaniah 3:14-17 Subject: God’s Might Title: God is Mighty to Save Last week I shared with you about how God is ready to take us to the next level. He is calling the church to a higher place and is preparing us for something great. The work of God is not ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-17, Zephaniah 3:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God