Sermons on Evil Hearts:

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by Mark Baker on May 25, 2007

In recent years, events around the world have raised many questions in the hearts and minds of both believers and non-believers alike. We can look at some of the most horrible and devastating events to have occurred in decades. But what does that mean t

Matthew 24:3-7: Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, "Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?’’ 4. And Jesus answered and said to them: "Take heed that no one deceives you. 5. "For many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It’s A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 2, 2008

The Bible tells us that the heart is the seat of all actions of life.

IT’S A MATTER OF THE HEART PROVERBS 4:20-23 20My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. 21Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. 23Keep thy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Free Indeed: The Rebel Heart Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 23, 2009

When Christians have a rebellious heart, we open our lives up to oppression and bondage.

“Free Indeed” Rebellion 1. Illus. of young woman  Experiencing profound spiritual bondage.  Saved, but absolutely miserable.  Now, so often things like depression and anger are emotional issues. But in this young ladies case, the problem was spiritual. She was being ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27

Denomination: Baptist

Set Your Heart Right Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2017

Rehoboam failed to treasure what he has, he abandoned the Law of the Lord and forfeited the true worship of God. Heed 2 Chron 12:14 words - let us set our heart on seeking the Lord.

Over the past 3 sermons we have been looking at King Jeroboam and his Northern Kingdom of Israel, the ten tribes that had defected. • They defected not just from David’s dynasty but from God. King Jeroboam led them into idolatry, creating another new religion, with new gods. What about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus' Heart For The Lost Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 23, 2022

Like Jesus, we need to have a passion to reach the lost.

Jesus’ Heart For The Lost Text: Lk. 19:41-44 Introduction 1. Illustration: Charles Spurgeon may have been the most evangelistic preachers to ever walk the earth. His heart hurt for lost people like no other preacher that I have read. Listen to what he said about hell: "If sinners be damned, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Methodist

Important Things

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 19, 2013

Trials make us evaluate what matters most. Questions about life and eternity help us center our hearts and minds and focus our hopes in God’s eternal plan.

All of us face trials. The Bible is filled with stories about people undergoing trials and teachings about how to respond when we face trials and troubles in this life. This past week Boston was shaken by a crisis that we all have surely heard about. I selected four slides from photos that were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart Conditioning God's Way

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 12, 2005

People have 1 of 4 heart conditions.

Heart Conditioning God’s Way Stand-Alone Sermon July 3, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: I In 1998, 459,841 people (or 1 out of 5 deaths) in America were attributed to coronary heart disease. A The Lord has allowed the medical field to learn about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge To Live Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 26, 2019

Is it just me, or does it seem to you too that it is getting harder with each passing year to live the Christian life? There are so many things that challenge our Christian life.

Introduction Is it just me, or does it seem to you too that it is getting harder with each passing year to live the Christian life? There are so many things that challenge our Christian life. There is the continuous downgrade of entertainment found at the movie house and in your in-home television ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Obedient Minds, Obedient Hearts Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 17, 2023

What good is wisdom if never applied? What benefit are we to receive in obeying Christ with our minds, but not with our hearts? Let us examine Proverbs 3:1-2 and understand the blessings that come to those who truly obey the Lord.

My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments, for length of days and years of life and peace will they add to you. [Proverbs 3:1-2, ESV] What good is knowledge if it is never put to use? What good is wisdom if never applied? When I began my study of the book of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-2, 1 Kings 3:6-14

Easter, Our Hearts For The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 28, 2024

Easter, our hearts for the resurrection means hope and renewal. It reminds us of the power of faith and the promise of new beginnings.

Easter, Our hearts for the resurrection Written by Senior pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel. March 28, 2024 Matthew 28:2–7 (NLT): "Suddenly there was a great earthquake! For an angel of the Lord came down from heaven, rolled aside the stone, and sat on it. His face shone like lightning, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's Written On Your Heart?

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Oct 23, 2007

29th Sunday, Ordinary Time Year C More important than GOd’s words on monuments, t-shirts or bumper stickers is God’s word embodied in our thougths, words and actions.

What’s Written on Your Heart? Jeremiah 31:23-34; Luke 18:1-8; 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 The date was August 28, 2003, and the following is a portion of the article that appeared originally in the New York Times and then in other papers around the country. The author – reporting from Montgomery, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:23-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Heart And Walk Of A Heathly Church Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 3, 2009

This message is intended to encourage us to examine our own spiritual lives and then that of the church in light of Paul’s words to the church at Colosse. Are we helathy?

FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST A MESSAGE SERIES FROM COLOSSIANS The Heart And Walk Of A Healthy Church, Col 2:1-7 INTRODUCTION: A. Col. 2:1 For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; 1. Here are the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Is On My Heart This Christmas

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Dec 24, 2007

What really is the point of being a Christian at Christmas time? What really is the point at all? Let me share what God has been working in my heart and life of late. Perhaps He will speak to you as well.

What Is On My Heart This Christmas – 2007 Selected Scriptures As most of you know, I had surgery a couple of days ago. The procedure went well and my recovery is going as expected. My wife is taking very good care of me and making sure that I have what I need and that I’m not over-doing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Harden Your Hearts

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 26, 2013

To show that we no longer have wilderness experiences and no hardness of hearts.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have hardened hearts? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we no longer have wilderness experiences and no hardness of hearts. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 3:8 (Amplified Bible) 3:8 Do not harden your hearts, as [happened] in the rebellion [of Israel] and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Open Hearts, Open Hands Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 18, 2014

A discussion about what we can do to become people of generosity like our Father in heaven.

Open Hearts, Open Hands Deuteronomy 15:1-15 1 At the end of every seven years you must cancel debts. 2 This is how it is to be done: Every creditor shall cancel the loan he has made to his fellow Israelite. He shall not require payment from his fellow Israelite or brother, because the LORD's ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God