Sermons on And A Pure Heart:

The Heart Of Faith: When Love Transcends Duty Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 30, 2024

We are called to let love guide our actions, even when it takes us in unexpected directions.

The Heart of Faith: When Love Transcends Duty Intro: We are called to let love guide our actions, even when it takes us in unexpected directions. Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:2-6, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 12:28-34. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In a quiet town, an older woman named ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:2-6, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Other

Why You Should Not Follow Your Heart

Contributed by Ap. Danny Isaac Kalule on Jul 18, 2023

“He who trusts in his own heart is a fool, but whoever walks wisely will be delivered” (Proverbs 28:26 New King James Version).

“He who trusts in his own heart is a fool, but whoever walks wisely will be delivered” (Proverbs 28:26 New King James Version). One of the wrong counsels many people, including the youths, have received is to follow their hearts. This is considered one of the secrets to success in life. This ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Cure- My Heart's Desire Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 19, 2023

This is the 137th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 17th sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#137] THE CURE- MY HEART’S DESIRE Romans 10:1-21 Introduction: Last week, was a difficult Sermon for me to preach. As I went through the week telling different people about Karen, my perspective on things has been very different. This question came to my mind, “What is it that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sovereignty And Salvation: The Hand & Heart Of God

Contributed by Brian Williams on Aug 19, 2024

If I understand God’s hand in and heart towards creation, I can choose to trust Him to rule over my life and remain under His protection. I know that He loves me and only wants the best for me and that His plan for my life is good and perfect.

Last Sunday, we began looking at the topic of God’s sovereignty which talks about the preeminence, power, and authority of God. Today we will be speaking on the Sovereignty of God and Salvation: The Hand and Heart of God. Studying the doctrine of sovereignty helps us to make sense of evil and what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Plus Nothing Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 26, 2009

Christianity is all about a relationship with Jesus, and it is purely by grace. Its end is not salvation but fellowship with God.

If someone were to walk up to you and ask you out of the blue, “How can I be saved?” what would you say? • Would you know how to answer him? What is the one thing that you would tell him? • You need to know. Your answer will determine where he spends ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of Sex Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 5, 2018

In this sermon, we discuss the fact that sex is good, but when sex is used outside of God's intended ways, the god of sex twists it into something destructive.

A. As you know, children often do “say the darndest things.” 1. A precocious 7 year-old once asked her mother for a baby brother. a. Her mother was taken aback by the request, but explained in a soothing tone, “I’m afraid that just isn’t possible, darling. Babies cost a great deal of money, and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14, Romans 1:22-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Yes In Christ! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 11, 2016

Always Yes in Christ! – 2 Corinthians chapter 1 verses 12 to chapter 2 verses 11– sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: A Clear Conscience (vs 12-24). A Compassionate Heart (vs 1-11). A Conquering Faith (vs 12-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Anyone know what these words have in common? • ‘Gadget, Nemesis, Stoplight, Status quo, Internet, Eureka, Kamikaze, • Connoisseur, Vice ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Peacemaking Wins God's Heart - Part 7 Of 8 Series

Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Apr 2, 2010

7th sermon of eight on the Beattitdes.

The Perfect Standard For Life Peacemaking Wins God’s Heart - Part 7 of 8 Reading: Matthew 5v9 Two historians by the names of Will and Ariel Durant wrote in their book The Lessons of History, “War is one of the constants of history, and has not diminished with civilization and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Man Is After God’s Heart

Contributed by Oyewole O. Sarumi on Nov 1, 2015

The Perfect Man Who Is After God’s Heart, has His mind,thinks like God and always willing and ready to obey Him. Today, the kingdom of God is desperately short of perfect and godly men. These are men who know God, who are imbibed with God’s wisdom.

The Perfect Man Is After God’s Heart Text: Acts 13:22-23, Psa.1:1-3, ISam.13:14 Introduction Today, the kingdom of God is desperately short of perfect and godly men. These are men who know God. They are men who are imbibed with God’s heavenly wisdom. Men who has the heart of God. Men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Does Want Humans To Be One In Mind And Heart Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 13, 2014

Faith gives us a heightened respect for nature so that we "discern in it a grammar written by the hand of God." God's Fatherhood makes it possible for us to live together with one heart and one will.

Thursday of the 11th Week in Course 2014 Lumen Fidei Where did we get the idea that God is our Father? Surely the definitive statement of God’s fatherhood is in this prayer we learned from Jesus, the Son. Still, we didn’t fully know what a father is until Jesus came and established ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

Denomination: Catholic

"The Disciple's Heart: Spiritual Growth" (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 20, 2004

Where does God do the work of making us more like Jesus?

Last week we began our consideration of the disciple’s heart and the process of spiritual growth, whereby we become more like Jesus. We made the point that the first step required is that I allow Christ to touch my heart. The reason this is necessary is that all of us are naturally born under the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

I Have Hidden Your Word In My Heart

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 19, 2014

A short talk to encourage the congregation to see Old Testament scripture as Jesus saw it, and specifically to receive the law referred to in Psalm 119 as instruction - like we receive instruction when learning to swim or play guitar.

Last week I had the wonderful privilege of spending four nights with the Benedictine monks of St. Augustine’s Abbey Chilworth in the Surrey hills. This was my second visit after spending 5 days with them in July 2012 at the start of my extended study leave. Their ministry is prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Do You Have An Attitude

Contributed by Mark Baker on Nov 19, 2006

God knows us totally and completely, nothing is hidden from Him. God looks at our heart and sees things that no one else sees. He knows what you are thinking and what motivates you, and these things do matter to Him...

Psalms 139:1 O LORD, You have searched me and known me. 2. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off. 3. You comprehend my path and my lying down, And are acquainted with all my ways. 4. For there is not a word on my tongue, But behold, O Lord, You know it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Maintaining Purity In A Sinful World

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025

Living in a world filled with temptation, immorality, and sin, maintaining purity as believers can feel like a constant challenge. The pressures of society, media, and peer influence often pull us away from God’s standards of holiness. However, as Christians, we are called to live pure lives.

Title: MAINTAINING PURITY IN A SINFUL WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16 "But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy." Supporting Texts: Romans 12:2; Matthew 5:8; 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Romans 12:2, Matthew 5:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4, 2 Corinthians 6:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I'm Forgiven Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008

What produces worship in your heart?

Why do I worship? Last week we asked that question and answered it with the first of many answers, because God’s Presence leads me to respond in worship. Worship, as we defined it last week is a response of all that I am to all that God is. In other words, it is a RESPONSE to God’s revelation of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist