Sermons on Worship Reverence:

Worship Like The Shepherds

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Finding ourselves in the story of the shepherds and responding by worshiping God

Worship Like the Shepherds ¡V Luke 2:8-20 Steve Simala Grant ¡V Dec. 8/9, 2001 Intro: I want you to think about God. Just for a moment, concentrate on God in your mind. Use your imagination if you like, or reflect on God¡¦s characteristics, or meditate on all that God has done for you. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Like The Magi

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Finding ourselves in the story of the Magi and responding in worship

Worship Like the Magi – Matthew 2:1-12 December 16, 2001 – Steve Simala Grant Intro: “The God of power, as he did ride In his majestic robes of glorie Resolv’d to light; and so one day He did descend, undressing all the way.” - George Herbert Context: I think George Herbert, in that simple ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Like The Parents

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Seeing ourselves in Jesus’ parents, and responding in worship

Worship Like the Parents December 22/23, 2001 – Steve Simala Grant Intro: From Yancey (The Jesus I Never Knew, p. 43-44), quoting JB Phillips: A senior angel is showing a very young angel around the splendors of the universe. They view whirling galaxies and blazing suns, and then flit across ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80

Denomination: Baptist

Ingredients Of True Worship

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Jun 2, 2002

Much of what we offer to God He never desired. What He is searching for are true worshippers.

Ingredients of True Worship Ps. 100 Intro. There are many different varieties of Worship. 1.) People abuse themselves. [Elijah w/Baal prophets, Catholic, etc] 2.) Some are very Dry. [Formal] 3.) Others are so Wet and Wild - that is they are slippery! 4.) The Bible says that God seeks ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing Satisfaction In Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 5, 2002

When we look for satisfaction in life, we expereince satisfaction from worship.

EXPERIENCING SATISFACTION IN WORSHIP John 4:1-26 After church with his father one Sunday morning, before getting into bed that evening a little boy kneeled at his bedside and prayed, "Dear God, we had a good time at church today, but I wish you had been there." That boy experienced ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing The Essence Of Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 13, 2002

Isaiah’s worship experience demonstrates to us four actions that should comprise the essence of our worship.

EXPERIENCING THE ESSENCE OF WORSHIP Isaiah 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION It was to be a special Sunday morning – my brother-in-law was being ordained to the ministry at his home church. I was preaching and my wife would give special music. The auditorium in the church is long and narrow, with a platform, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing Boldness In Worship Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 14, 2002

How do we enter the presence of God in boldness? The Hebrew writer discusses three ways of doing so.

EXPERIENCING BOLDNESS IN WORSHIP Hebrews 10:19-25 INTRODUCTION I have been in a variety of worship settings over the year – very often the leaders would tell you that is “the” way to worship. I have attended charismatic services where everyone is instructed to stand and raise their hands and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship: The Privilege Of Perspective Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

We are to delight in God’s Presence.

WORSHIP: THE PRIVILEGE OF PERSPECTIVE Psalm 84:1-12 S: The Four Marks of the Church Th: Worship Pr: We are to delight in God’s Presence. ?: Why? KW: Perspectives TS: Since we are to delight in God’s Presence, we will find in our study of Psalm 84 three perspectives that will explain why we are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Worship God Desires

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon illustrates the proper attitude in worship as found in the text.

I. Introduction a. John 4:23 – “True Worshipers will worship in Spirit and in Truth.” Both Emotion and Knowledge. b. We have turned our worship service into a performance. Those in the congregation are the audience and the preacher and music director are the performers. i. That is not the way ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Worship That Changes Lives

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon illustrates three charateristics of worship as found in the text.

I. Introduction II. True Worship Should Not Be Hindered By Anything (22-25) a. Paul and Silas were had just been beaten and still they were praising God. b. What excuses do we use? c. They were praising God at Midnight. III. True Worship Gives Testimony (26-29) a. They did not try to leave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled To Kneel In Worship Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 28, 2002

This is the last in a series on Ephesians 3. It was prepared for Easter Sunday, 2002.

Compelled... To Kneel In Thanksgiving and Praise Introduction to Sermon: Video on Kneeling… People kneel for many different reasons We are here today to worship God We may not physically get on our knees to praise and give the Father glory and honor but that is why we are here. For us today ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fall Down And Worship

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 6, 2002

WE MUST FALL DOWN AND WORSHIP JESUS BECAUSE HE IS THE ONLY ONE WORTHY OF ALL OUR WORSHIP!

FALL DOWN AND WORSHIP REVELATION 1: 4-8/ 5:1-14 EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 31, 2002 INTRODUCTION: The Little Girl byJohn M. Montgomery Her parents never took the young girl to church Never spoke of his name; never read her his word Two non-believers walkin’ lost in this world Took their baby with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8, Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Worship: An Attitude Of The Heart

Contributed by R Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: Selfishness, pride and bitterness are all attitudes that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Interrogative: What are the barriers that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Intro: This past week on vacation, my wife and I carried my mom to visit

Main Idea: Selfishness, pride and bitterness are all attitudes that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Interrogative: What are the barriers that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Intro: This past week on vacation, my wife and I carried my mom to visit ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Comparing Styles Of Worship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus said, "True worshippers will worship in spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) 14 different styles of worship service for various audiences

Jesus said, "True worshippers will worship in spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) * Seeker-Sensitive Worship Services  Those who follow the Willow Creek Community Church model who seek to present and explain the gospel in non-religious terms using contextually relevant methods to non-christians. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ-Exalting Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be Christ-exalting worship.

Christ-Exalting Worship Psalm 96; s.s. I. Foundation of Biblical Worship A. Music (Psalm 96:1-2) B. Ordinances (Psalm 96:2b) C. Witnessing (Psalm 96:3,10) D. Prayer (Psalm 96:4) E. Giving (Psalm 96:8) F. Scripture (Psalm 96:13) II. Fundamental Worship at Antioch A. Acts 11:27-30 (Offering ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Baptist