Sermons on Daily Heartlight:

Evangelism 101

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 5, 2015

We must do everything we can to minister to the needs of those around us. These people can be in our family, our neighbourhood, our circle of friends, our church. We must be a daily witness and servant to everyone we meet.

Did you know that you are a minister? That’s right. Each and every one of you is a minister, because if you have faith in God, he wants you to use that faith to reach out to a lost and hurting world. We have a ministry, even if we don’t work for a church. We must proclaim the truth of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

Tending The Fire

Contributed by Kerry O'neill on Dec 24, 2014

It is ALL about a relationship with Jesus and it takes discipline to pursue Him. It is NOT meant as a guilt trip for those who do not have a daily quiet time, but practical helps on how to. *May be better preached as series. Lots of content, a bit rushed.

The Fire on the Altar - Leviticus 6:8-13 The LORD said to Moses: 9 “Give Aaron and his sons this command: ‘These are the regulations for the burnt offering: The burnt offering is to remain on the altar hearth throughout the night, till morning, and the fire must be kept burning on the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ordinary People, Extraordinary God

Contributed by David Roth on Oct 3, 2015

Proper 11 (b) Christ feeds His people through and by His people, through and by His Holy Church, He brings His word to His disciples and to the world. In our ordinary and daily lives, we are the hands and feet and mouth of Jesus.

Mark 6:30-44 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Ordinary People, Extraordinary God” We are continuing our reading through the Gospel of Mark. You will recall that Jesus had sent ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Discovering Your Destiny In Christ Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 11, 2016

God has a good plan for our lives and we can discover our destiny in Christ by making daily decisions in submission to His Word through the power of the Holy Spirit. This is the lesson we can learn from the last chapter of Ruth.

There is a vast difference between FATE and DESTINY. Fate is usually thought of as a predetermined course of events beyond the human control. A typical response of a person who believes in fate is resignation - if we can't change destiny, then why even try? Whatever happens, happens and we can't do ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Art Of Thank You: Lepers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 27, 2016

We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn the art of “Thank You” to the Lord and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart and others hearts! It can even transform our daily life and environment.

Video Illustration: Nick Viciuvik: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOzsjEmjjHs Series: The Art of Thank You – 10 Lepers Thesis: We must cultivate a grateful heart with the Lord and learn the art of “Thank You” to the Lord and to others. Thank You has the power to change our heart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Involved In Making Disciples? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2016

Being a disciple of Jesus requires more from us than just turning up for a church service, God is meant to have the central place in our daily lives. Are you willing to move to a different level of commitment in your Christian life?

Our theme for 2016 is Dynamic Disciples. In the New Testament the word Disciple is used to describe the people who are committed to following Jesus Christ. Being a disciple of Jesus requires more from us than just turning up for a church service, God is meant to have the central place in our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Disciples Under Construction

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 12, 2010

Daily we can seek God’s will in our lives. One day at a time we can open ourselves to the Holy Spirit’s sanctifying power. Whether it is our last day on Earth or the return of Christ it will be a day of joy for the elect.

November 14, 2010 25th Sunday after Pentecost 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Disciples - Under Construction Grace mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. A lot of people are fascinated by end time predictions. Some Christians even dangerously seek information from non- Biblical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Lutheran

"Be Prayerful” (A Communion Message) Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 18, 2010

Our prayer life is a indicator of our reliance upon God. God’s will for each of us is that we so rely on Him that prayer is a spontaneous activity throughout our daily life as individuals and throughout our weekly activities as a church family.

Last time, we thought together about how it is God’s will for each of His children to be joyful. Now today, I want us to spend some time reflecting on the second thing that Paul says is God’s will for each of us - v. 17. There are two ways in which this needs to be applied: 1. It must be applied ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Communion: Vitamin F Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 9, 2010

Vitamin D pills give sun-starved Canadians the assurance they're still getting their daily recommeded amount of Vitamin D. God does something similar for us in Holy Coummunion. There he gives us a doze of Vitamin F...

They don’t look like much or usually taste like anything but they’re sure poular. In 2006 Canadians spent $1.8 billion on vitamins and other supplements (Montreal Gazette). That’s $54 for every man, woman, and child in Canada. If you’re eating well, you really ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Joy, My Altitude Of My Attitude

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 26, 2020

CHOICES, 3 WAYS TO DEMONSTRATE KNOWING JESUS. 1. BY OUR LOVE. 2. KEEPING THE COMMANDMENTS. 3. THE REALIZATION OF JOY... Are we habitual murmurers or do we display the brilliant light of JOY. Your daily choice of JOY BECOMES MAGNETIC.

I CHOOSE THE ALTITUDES OF MY ATTITUDES. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Hebrews 10:36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. Hebrews 10:36 (MSG) But you need to stick it out, staying with God's plan so ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:36, Nehemiah 8:8-11, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fresh Manna

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 11, 2020

The account of the Israelites gathering manna represents believers pursuing God's Word and the presence of Jesus in daily devotions. It demonstrates God's care for us, shows His greatness, and emphasizes the urgency of our getting FRESH MANNA!

FRESH MANNA Ex. 16:4,20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TWO DOG JOKES 1. DOG DRANK GASOLINE “When I was 12, my father told me a terrible story that had happened at the gas station that day. “I was pumping gas when I noticed this small dog licking up a puddle of gasoline off the ground,” he said. “All of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Now Life

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

The Lord's Prayer in chapter 6 is a now prayer. Give us this day our daily bread. All of its petitions are for now. Hallowed be your name-now. Thy kingdom come now. Thy will be done on earth-now.

Marguerite Higgins, Pulitzer Prize winner for international reporting, stood by a marine during the Korean War. It was 42 below zero, and the soldier was weary and covered with frozen mud. She asked him, " If I were God and could grant you anything you wished, what would you most like?" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Separation Anxiety - Mark 10:17-27 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 20, 2024

Why did Jesus tell the rich young ruler the way to eternal life is to keep the law? And why was he the one guy who had to sell everything in order to be saved? And what does all that have to do with your daily life?

Mark 10:17 As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. "Good teacher," he asked, "what must I do to inherit eternal life?" 18 "Why do you call me good?" Jesus answered. "No one is good-- except God alone. 19 You know the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27, Matthew 19:16-30, Luke 18:18-30

Jesus And His Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 7, 2023

We all need a daily pattern of prayer. Sometimes we also need an extended time of prayer. It means we are following the pattern of our Lord and really making time for solitary prayer a priority along with our corporate time of prayer.

We need to pray. We need to follow the example of our Lord Jesus who made prayer a priority. We will look at the passage of scripture that tells us about when Jesus got up very early and got off by himself to pray. There was a cartoon where one praying mantis was talking with another and said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-37

Denomination: Baptist

Asleep

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 11, 2023

As humans we grow tired and require a nap; at least I do in the afternoon. Does God grow sleepy and require a daily nap in the afternoon? If we take the days of the week literally as with the creation, does God sleep every seventh day?

In the beginning God made the heavens and the earth. After creating everything, God rested. Does that mean God went to sleep? As humans we grow tired and require a nap; at least I do in the afternoon. Does God grow sleepy and require a daily nap in the afternoon? If we take the days of the week ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14, 1 Kings 19:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ