Sermons on Desiring Christ:

Intimacy With Jesus Christ

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. - Psalm 42:1 Intimacy requires excitement, joy, desire. It is something that you want to do with your time. When we enjoy something in life we take time, discipline and even suff ..

As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. - Psalm 42:1 Intimacy requires excitement, joy, desire. It is something that you want to do with your time. When we enjoy something in life we take time, discipline and even suffer to get what we want. Having intimacy with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Know Christ And To Make Him Known

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 28, 2018

This little Creed is the essence of the life of a person who is truly born again. It is also the desire of a person who is truly born again.

Let's stand together and say our memory Scripture for this Quarter ... 2 Timothy 2:11-13 “Here is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him. If we disown Him, He will also disown us; if we are faithless, He remains faithful, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The True Transformer--Jesus Christ

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2021

This sermon deals with God’s desire to transform us from what we are to what God is calling us to be. God would rather transform us than sentence us to judgment.

The True Transformer 2 Chronicles 33:1-11 August 1, 2021 2Chronicles 33:1-11 Luke 22:31-33 Mark 14:66-72 One of my favorite super heroes was Optimus Prime in the Transformer series. The transformers were these giant robots who could transform themselves to having the shape of truck, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 33:1-11, Luke 22:31-33, Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be A Christ Centered Godly Man Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 13, 2021

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character.

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character. However, sin marred that image in us and distorted that character (Romans 5:12). God's choice of Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Leviticus 26:11-12, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

In Christ Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 30, 2013

What does it mean to us, individually and as a church body, to be "in Christ?"

Philippians 1:1-11 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Christ?

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 26, 2003

There have been many people who have asked me the question, how can I know I know Jesus and saved?

CHRIST? lst John 2:3-6 A man was called Old Pete was talking to a doctor about his new birth into the family of God. The doctor said, Old Pete what would you say, if when you died, God took you to the mouth of hell and said, this is what you deserve, in you go? I would say you are right, but your ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Gave Gift – So Desirable!

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 1, 2006

Could you imagine how desirable is the gift of the Richest and Most Generous Owner of all things? Could you really afford to reject it?

“All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our sinful nature and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature objects of wrath. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

God's Desire For His People

Contributed by John White on Oct 3, 2019

To understand the full import of the words we will consider today we must apply the simple rules of Bible analysis. The letter is written by Paul to those who are saved, baptized and in fellowship in the assembly. But the letter is obviously a personal letter from God to His people.

GOD'S DESIRE FOR HIS PEOPLE I Thess. 4:13-18 "But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

John 17:24-26 'jesus Desires' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 19, 2012

In the closing of His High Priestly Prayer, Jesus shares His desires, with the Father for those who believe in Him.

John 17:24- 26' I Desire'. What is your desire today? Your desires will tell you a lot about yourself, & your relationship with God. We all desire something, but the question we need to ask ourselves , ‘are those desires of mine, are they in line with Gods will for me? ...read more

Scripture: John 17:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

My Heart’s Desire And Prayer Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 24, 2014

Paul’s desire which should also be our desire. 1- He had the desire to see people saved 2- He had the desire to preach the gospel

INTRO.- My heart’s desire. What is your heart’s desire? I think every human person has desires in life, and often, intense desires. I’m not sure it’s knowledge or wisdom, however, like Solomon asked for in I Kings 3:7-14. There may be certain days when we want wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church 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

Do You Have A Desire To Get Better?

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Apr 2, 2017

We have a choice. We can stay in our sin, or can allow Jesus to make us better!

During the three and a half years in Ministry, Jesus gave thirty parables, and He performed 33 miracles! Understand that Parables are miracles. They are miracles of wisdom. Miracles are parables of teaching! Turn with me in your bibles to John 5:1-14. This is the Word of God and what He says, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-14

Connecting With God Through Our Desire For Justice Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 23, 2024

Connecting with God through Our Desire for Justice Series: Connecting with God Brad Bailey – April 21, 2024

Connecting with God through Our Desire for Justice Series: Connecting with God Brad Bailey – April 21, 2024 INTRO Continuing in our series “Connecting with God”… allowing God to speak to us about how our nature provides connections to God. [1] Today… we’re engaging the process of: ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 89:14, Proverbs 29:26, Isaiah 42:1-4, Isaiah 42:7, James 1:20, Romans 2:1, Romans 2:3-4, Romans 3:21-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We Have David’s Desire?

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 16, 2019

We will follow whatever we desire. That was the secret of Davi'ds spiritual success. David "set his heart" and his affections on God. Because he did, he developed a hunger for God, he loved God's presence and His Word. We must set our hearts on God.

DO WE HAVE DAVID’S DESIRE? Ps. 27:4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was telling about an exciting experience in Russia. His sleigh was pursued over the frozen wastes by a pack of at least a dozen famished wolves. 2. He arose and shot the foremost one, and the others stopped to devour it. But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4, Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Will Give You The Desires Of Your Heart

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 7, 2020

Bartimaeus was filled with the spirit of Jacob. The more resistance he met, the more strenuously he wrestled to obtain the blessing (Ge 32:24-26). He received the desire of his heart! So can you!

God Will Give You the Desires of Your Heart Mark 10:46-52 Introduction: Ps 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Revival and spiritual growth are God’s desires for each one of his children. Today revival seems to be elusive to many but know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, Psalm 37:4, Genesis 32:24-26

Denomination: Methodist