Sermons on After The Heart Of God:

Rich In Poverty Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

There are rich Christians who live in utter poverty says Jesus. But to the church in Smyrna He says, "I know your afflictions and your poverty-yet you are rich!" So you have in the judgment of Jesus your poor Christians who are rich, and your rich Christians who are poor.

One of the great paradoxes of life is the fact that the poor can be richer than the rich. Poverty is no necessary hindrance to being wealthy. Wealth, on the other hand, is no guarantee of being truly rich. Even rich Christians are often not rich just because they have wealth. Charles Schultz, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

I Saw The Lord

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Feb 13, 2003

Now the relevance of this passage of Scripture is this: THE LORD STILL REVEALS HIMSELF IN ROUGH TIMES. And certainly, the infant days of this Twenty-First Century are ROUGH TIMES!

“And I turned to see the voice that spake with me. And being turned, I saw …” During the ruthless reign and rule of the Roman Emperor Domitian (the last year of his reign in the year A.D. 95) something momentous and marvelous happened: the Risen Christ pulled back the veil of mystery which ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Making A Difference In Your Life? Series

Contributed by Philip Cunningham Iii on Feb 5, 2008

Letting Christians look in the mirror to examine their faithfulness & educating Christians what it takes to be more faithful

Is Jesus Making a Difference in Your Life? Sunday AM – Lynn Haven – 01/20/08 FOCUS: • Spiritual Authenticity • Spiritual Litmus Test FUNCTION: • Letting Christians look in the mirror to examine their faithfulness • Educating Christians what it takes to be more faithful Credit to Jeffery Anselmi ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Investing: Can Mentoring Mold A Man? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 3, 2015

Investing can change one's financial portfolio. Investing in other people can impact them for eternity.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we will begin a new seven-week series entitled “Learning To Lead.” • For some, when the subject of leadership is mentioned, they check out because they think, “I AM NOT A LEADER.” • MY contention is that everyone is a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready For Christ’s Return

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 1, 2013

There are some who are eagerly waiting for Christ's return, In fact some don't want Him to return now and desire to continue doing what they are and then there are those who believe this is just a hoax and don't believe that He will ever return. Which one

Opening illustration: A teacher tells her young students, “Class, I’m going down the hall for a few minutes. I don’t expect to be away long. I’m sure there won’t be any trouble. I trust you to work on your assignments while I’m gone.” Fifteen minutes pass, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stir One Another Toward Love And Good Deeds Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 5, 2014

To show that our focus is on another one and we encourage them to do good works and love.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you encouraging one another? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our focus is on another one and we encourage them to do good works and love. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 10:24 (Amplified Bible) 10:24 And let us consider and give attentive, continuous care ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of Bad Seed

Contributed by Chris Bridges on Feb 10, 2003

In today’s Church there are so many bad seeds. Too many seeds are fake. The Lord tells us to beware of the fake seeds which the devil plants.

In verse 37 of chapter 13 Jesus is speaking of the parable of the true and fake seeds. He tells us in verse 38 who plants which seed. In today’s Church, there are so many fake seeds, and we must be on the watch continually for the fake seeds. The Bible teaches us that we will know a believer by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:37-40

Denomination: Church Of God

How Far Should I Go? Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Apr 17, 2001

How far should I go in this obedience thing? Is every part of the Bible to be heeded?

I. Everything Is To Be Heeded (17-18) A. The Old Testament is Approved 1. Jesus’ seal of approval on the OT 2. Jesus’ often quoted the OT B. The Old Testament is Absolute 1. Not to be modified or changed 2. Jot & Tittle C. The Old Testament is Authoritative 1. Jesus came to fulfill the OT 2. To ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Petrified In The Pew Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 29, 2005

This sermon looks at Christian service as a function of our worship.

We have looked at… Prayer Praise Fellowship Giving Time in the Word and Repentance – response to the Word. Each one of these is a function or part of our worship to God and is also part of our being matured in Christ as we help others to mature in Christ. Today we will look at one more area of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Our Priorities Right!

Contributed by David Aswat on May 23, 2005

The Cost of being a disciple of Christ Jesus!

SUBJECT: The Cost of Discipleship TEXT: Luke 14:25-35 THEME: GETTING OUR PRIORITIES RIGHT TITLE: Give It Up! INTROD.: An Overview of the Church setting PROP.: If we are to become ture disciples of Jesus Christ, then we need to get our priorities ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Have The Holy Spirit, Now What Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 13, 2007

Simple outline on the results of being filled with the Holy Spirit. Just a starter much can be added.

Title: We have the Holy Ghost, What now? Theme: Text: Acts 4:31 The question we must ask ourselves is does it make a difference for us to receive the Holy Ghost? Is there or should there be a noticeable difference that make us different in this world? Introduction Illustration of being ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Church Of God

Soul-Winning The Savior's Style

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009

Examination of the Lord Jesus’ dealing with the woman at the well

Soul-winning the Savior’s Style (John 4) 1. Jesus Initiates the Conversation (v.7, 8) a. Common Interest b. Requires Response 2. Jesus Unhindered by Prejudice (v.9) a. Nationality b. Race c. Sex 3. Jesus Turned Conversation to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Too Close To Quit

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 23, 2008

This message is to encourage the believer to continue into thier destiny regardless of the circumstances.

TOO CLOSE TO QUIT PHILIPPIANS 3:12-14 Everyone has been called to walk in destiny… God has promised all of His children precious gifts who obey His instructions… Although these gifts are available, they don’t just fall into our lap… In fact the enemy’s goal is to derail and distract us from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Short Challenge: Living Water Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 15, 2009

This is a short challenge on living daily satisfied with Jesus, true living water.

Short Challenge: Living Water Drawing near to Him - that’s the point. Sometimes our walk begins to feel dry. Jesus promised living water to the point of overflowing. James 4:8 - Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. That’s the key to that vibrant relationship with Him. Wherever you are, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faith Vitamin Series

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

This is the fifth message in a series of seven that were preached at Wedesday night Prayer Meeting on Spiritual Gowth and Fitness.

Spiritual Growth and Fitness Faith Hebrews 11:1-6 There are three essential things for a person to grow up healthy. (We want to be healthy, don’t we?) Food Exercise Rest These must be kept in balance. Vitamin –Faith, Hebrews 11:1-6 1. Saving Faith -Galatians 3:11, Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist