Sermons on Change Of Heart:

The Religious But Hard-Hearted Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 2, 2007

If God does not soften ones heart, one may dabble with religion, but one will never find a saving relationship with the true God.

The Religious But Hard-Hearted (Exodus 8:20-9:12) 1. What if God was politically correct? Imagine this: Moses was sitting in the Egyptian ghetto. Things were terrible. Pharaoh wouldn’t even speak to him. The rest of the Israelites were mad at him and making the overseers even more irritable than ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeking Clear Hearts

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 30, 2004

Relationships are very difficult with the pressure of today’s incredible pace of life. Jesus’ command is that we keep our relationships honest and loving.

Seeking Clear Hearts December 26, 2004 would like to invite you to look at the chart which was handed out. It is rather simple, but helps us all understand how God would have us treat each other when disagreements arise. Please note, I did not say “if” disagreements arise, but “when”. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18

Denomination: United Methodist

No Room In Our Hearts

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 17, 2005

A Christmas Eve sermon

Finally! Christmas Eve is finally here! I thought I would never make it! I actually thought that sometime during the past few days some desparate shopper would drive me off the road. I mean, people are driving like maniacs out there. Of course, it is not as if traffic is always good in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Good Samaritan Heart

Contributed by Scott Cody on Jul 16, 2007

The challenge of Christ is to have a passion for people. We can learn how to do this from the story of the Good Samaritan.

1. Lesson Intro a. Can you name some famous neighbors i. Tim “Tool Man” Taylor – Wilson ii. Ricky and Lucy Ricardo – Fred and Ethel Mertz iii. Daren & Samantha Stevens – Abner ad Gladys Kravitz iv. jerry Seinfeld – kosmo Kramer b. Scripture calls us to be good neighbors, but what does ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 1, 2007

How can we attain purity in a world that is anything but pure? By being purified by Christ, having a pure devotion to Christ, and living a pure life that flows from these.

Blessed are the Pure in Heart Matt 5.8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" Purity is not very fashionable nowadays. • Camera advert - deception is a common theme in advertising • Free sex is an assumed part of society • God is unwanted in public life But Jesus says it is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Dont Lose Heart

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 16, 2007

(3) Principles for Overcoming the temptation to lose heart and grow weary. 1. Preceive The Great Cloud Of Witnesses 2. Persevere In The Race Set Before Us 3. Pursue Christ, the author and finisher of our faith

Introduction • The author of Hebrews defines faith as: being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see (Hb. 11:1). In my walk with Christ, this has been one of the most difficult lessons I have had to learn, namely, how to live a life of faith without losing hope, even when things ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Orthodox

A Heart With A Big Margin

Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006

Discover how to accept people who are hard to live with in a way that is pleasing God.

INTRODUCTION At some time in our lives we all need to deal with difficult people or people who have done the wrong thing by us. In this letter that Paul has written to Philemon, we discover how we can accept people who are hard to live with, in a way that is pleasing God. Quite simply some people ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-8

Denomination: *other

Walking With A Thankful Heart

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Jun 28, 2006

this sermon takes us to a deep look into the heart of being Thankful. and look at some people that we can learn from.

WALKING WITH A THANKFUL HEART. 2 OPENINGS PS.100 LUKE 17:11-19 PS.100:1-5 1 Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. 2 Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. 3 Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cure For A Troubled Heart

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jul 13, 2006

A look at what the Bible says about guarding our heart from the stress of our journey and specifically look at something Jesus tells us concerning this.

The Cure for a Troubled Heart by Greg Johnson http://www.lovinggodfellowship.org According to an article published by WebMD Medical News on May 25, 2006 titled "Top 10 Causes of Death Worldwide" the top two causes of death is heart disease and stroke (www.webmd.com/content/article/122/114878.htm). ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reins Of Our Heart

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 23, 2006

A message about submission to the will of God; In order to turn our heart, first the Lord must be given the reins of our heart.

As we come to the mid point of the year, it is a good time to reflect on where we are in our walk with God. Our perception may not be Gods perception of where we are at. To some the year may have been a disaster To others your year may have been filled with blessings! To others it may seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Deceitful Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 14, 2004

We can’t rely on what our hearts tell us; we must only trust in God.

Jeremiah 17:5-10 “The Deceitful Heart” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org. I was talking with a very troubled man this past week. He is a 50 year old drug addict and alcoholic who has been married several times, has ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: United Methodist

What's In Your Heart?

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Feb 15, 2004

The Bible describes two treasures that may be in the heart of man. What are they?

INTRODUCTION Throughout the Bible the heart is referred to as something much more than simply an organ pumping blood. A careful study of the Word reveals that the heart is very important to becoming a Christian. We can believe in our minds and still be lost, but once a man believes in his heart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:45

Denomination: Baptist

The Tender Heart Of God

Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Jul 7, 2004

God watches over us with a tender heart. This is a great nursing home sermon or Bible study.

THE TENDER HEART OF GOD Isaiah 49:15 (KJV) 15Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. I.THE EAGLE THAT FLUTTERETH (9-14) Deuteronomy 32:11-12 (KJV) 11As an eagle stirreth up her nest, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Your Heart

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 23, 2004

Solomon knows the treacherous world that his son is about to encounter and he counsels him to guard his heart against all that would seek to lead him away from God.

Guard Your Heart Proverbs 4:20-27 Today we will dive into the seventh lesson of Solomon given to his son to help him learn about the importance of wisdom for all of life. Last week, in lesson six, we heard about how important it is for us to stay on the path of wisdom and to avoid at all costs ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Heart Of The Matter"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 29, 2004

We are to have mutual love for one another.

Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 “The Heart of the Matter” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Don Henley has a song in which he sings: “I’ve been trying to get down To the heart of the matter But my will gets weak And my ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist