Sermons on An Enduring Heart:

The Heart Of A Shepherd

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

David reflected God’s own heart as He faithfully tended his sheep, as well as when he later was the shepherd king over Judah and Israel. We need a shepherd’s heart to help us care for the people God brings into our lives.

THE HEART OF A SHEPHERD INTRO: Have you ever thought about what David’s life must have been like as a shepherd? He did not show up for work at 9 am. and go home at 5. He actually lived out in the fields or hills with the sheep. My understanding is that they did not do this year round ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heart Trouble

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 7, 2014

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Heart Trouble John 14:1-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HeartTrouble.html It's the #1 killer in America. And it's the #1 killer, spiritually, of all mankind. It doesn't have to be! Jesus said, "Let not your heart be troubled..." The Bible talks a lot about the heart, as in, the center of your ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Matters Of The Heart

Contributed by Buddy Cook on Feb 15, 2014

Understanding and relying on the love of God in Jesus

Introduction: Friday was Valentine’s Day • How do you know it is Valentine’s Day? • It seemed that the whole world is talking about love. • Hearts were everywhere. It looked like the City Market floral department had exploded out the front entrance of the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 16, 2014

A message about the hearts aflame in the disappointed disciples on the road to Emmaus, when they walk and talk unawares with the Messiah!

Hearts On Fire Have you ever had a time in your life when you were so sure, so confident of something coming to fruition only to have it vanish before your eyes? We're not talking about the simple stuff, like missing a sale at Walmart or getting a burger at Burger King that's not "made your way". ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Bible Church

Young At Heart

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014

Jesus loves children and uses the children as an example of how to enter the kingdom of heaven.

Walkin’ with Jesus: Young at Heart Scripture Text: Mark 10.13-16 INTRODUCTION Kids! They burp, …they toot, …they laugh, …they cry ~ …and some of us-adults wish that they’d just, grow-up already! TRANSITION There’s a part of me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Nazarene

A New Heart

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 19, 2018

Even wonder if it is possible to be holy as God is holy? Peter made this statement but did he truly believe that a fallen people could ever fulfill this command? It is possible to be holy but only for those who have been given a new heart!

GOD’S LAWS WRITTEN ON A NEW HEART Jeremiah 31:33 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever wonder if it is possible to obey the command to be holy as God is holy (1 Peter 1:16)? Even though Adam and Eve who walked and talked with God in paradise only had four simple ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Loamy Hearts

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018

As a church and as a Christian, it is our job to sow seeds…to preach, teach and witness. It is God’s job to regenerate hearts, save, and mature.

Introduction Is anyone here do much gardening? What is the dirty secret among successful gardeners? Loamy soil! Every gardener quickly learns that good soil is vital for a healthy, productive garden. Good soil means it has nutrients to feed the plants and a texture that holds water long enough for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Take Heart

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 11, 2018

Take heart. Grumbling, complaining and murmuring can kill relationships and the work of God. We must learn to listen to to others and to God's spirit. Take heed to what we listen.

TAKE HEART? TAKE HEED? PAY ATTENTION, MY FRIEND… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ***WATCH OUT YOUR CAN GRUMBLE, COMPLAIN, MURMUR AND HURT YOURSELF AND KILL YOUR RELATIONSHIPS… *** Grumble: to complain quietly about something or someone. To talk in an un unhappy way. To mutter ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Pure In Heart

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 15, 2018

ONE THING THAT WE ARE CONSTANTLY IN SEARCH FOR IS PURITY. WE SHOULD DESIRE THAT SAME PURITY IN OUR RELATIONSHIP TO GOD

THE PURE IN HEART MATTHEW 5:1-12 ONE THING THAT WE ARE CONSTANTLY IN SEARCH FOR IS PURITY. WHEN WE GO GROCERY SHOPPING, WE LOOK FOR PRODUCE WITH NO MARKS, CANS WITH NO DENTS, AND BOXES THAT HAVE NO TEARS. I REMEMBER THE COMMERCIALS FOR MAXWELL HOUSE COFFEE, GOOD TO THE LAST DROP, AND FOR IVORY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Whole Heart

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 2, 2018

Who wants God to love them and act towards them halfheartedly, as an after thought. No we want Gods full attention and commitment to our well being. Well God wants doesn't want to be an after thought in our lives either.

David made a statement in the word of God. He said my heart is fixed. Psalms 57:7 My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise. There are all kinds of heart conditions. There’s a broken heart. There’s a wounded heart. Then there are physical heart conditions that limit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heart Of A Minister Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 11, 2018

Message 6 in our exposition of Colossians. This message explores the heart of Paul regarding ministry.

Chico Alliance Church November 16, 1997 “The Heart of a Minister” Introduction Today we look at the heart of a powerful tool in the hands of the King. Paul explains to the Colossians his personal ministry regarding this glorious hope. It is my hope that as we look at Paul’s personal ministry to the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Heart Of Ministry Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 11, 2018

Message 7 in our exposition of Colossians exploring what Paul considered the heart of ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Review It is so easy to get sidetracked and focused on the wrong thing. Some people spend their whole life climbing the ladder of success only to discover it is leaning against the wrong wall. Paul writes to the believers at Colossi to keep their focus sharp and clear. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9, John 17:22-26, Romans 5:5-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Out Of The Heart

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 19, 2018

Are we so blinded by our church buildings and our rituals that we don’t see God? Are we blinded by the world’s sinfulness? Are we noble like the Bereans, studying our Bibles daily to see what God says?

Prelude Are we so blinded by our church buildings and our rituals that we don’t see God? Are we blinded by the world’s sinfulness? Are we noble like the Bereans, studying our Bibles daily to see what God says? What defiles us? Let’s look at Matthew 15:10-20 and see what Jesus has to say about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Enlightened Heart

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 23, 2018

In Eph. 1:18 Paul prays that their hearts would be enlightened. To enlighten means to make clear or inform. The Greek word Paul uses means to shine; to illuminate. Paul wants their hearts to illuminate and shine with the things he goes on to describe.

THE ENLIGHTENED HEART Eph. 1:15-21 In our passage today Paul prays that their hearts would be enlightened. To enlighten means to explain or make clear. It can also mean to tell or inform. Our hearts can be enlightened by being told something new as well as having something we know to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-21, 2 Peter 1:2-3, Ephesians 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart Health

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 22, 2017

A message to have a healthy, holy heart.

"Heart Health" Matthew 15:1-20 Matthew 15:15 Then answered Peter and said unto him, Declare unto us this parable. 16 And Jesus said, Are ye also yet without understanding? 17 Do not ye yet understand, that whatsoever entereth in at the mouth goeth into the belly, and is cast out into the draught? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-11

Denomination: Baptist