Sermons on Fathers Heart:

Interpretation Of Tongues Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 5, 2024

This message explains the supernatural gift of the Holy Spirit, which is mentioned as "the interpretation of tongues" in 1 Corinthians 12:10. Attention is given to how this gift is to operate in the church.

I. KINDS OF TONGUES Last week, we talked a lot about the baptism in the Holy Spirit and the New Testament pattern of speaking in tongues. We learned: (1) The importance of the baptism in the Spirit to equip the believer for service. Acts 1:8 “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21, Romans 12:6

Denomination: Charismatic

The Gospel Is For All People Groups Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 7, 2024

Acts 10:1-11:18 shows us that the gospel is intended for all people groups.

Introduction According to the Joshua Project, there are 17,259 people groups in the world today (see https://www.joshuaproject.net). The Joshua Project defines a people group as follows: A significantly large group of individuals who perceive themselves to have a common affinity for one another ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When There Is No One To Stand In The Gap Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 18, 2024

God makes a stunning statement here: there is no one left to stand in the gap on behalf of Israel. What does this passage tell us about the specific shortcomings of the people of God and the prophets of God in that day? And can this text encourage us today to stand strong amid a dark hour?

OFF-TRACK: The American church is far from what we should be. - I think this is largely beyond dispute, so I won’t belabor the point. - Let me simply share one proof that I think is instructive. - When you look at the early chapters of Acts, there are many people who are coming to know Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Groaning For Glory Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 3, 2025

If you want the confidence to move forward in times of trouble, see the unseen. Specifically, see your future body, your future home, and your future reward as you live your life to please the Lord.

Note: put a $20-bill up your sleeve for later use. In The Polar Express, a boy, who has his doubts, boards a magical train on Christmas Eve, which is headed for the North Pole. As the train ascends a particularly steep hill, the boy, a girl, and the conductor are climbing from the top of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, 2 Corinthians 1:8, Philippians 3:20-21, 1 Corinthians 15:35-37, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44, Revelation 20:11-15, 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Selling Salt Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 8, 2025

To serve the Lord effectively, convince others powerfully, consider others according to their potential and characterize Christ properly.

In his book Led by the Carpenter, D. James Kennedy writes: A man walked into a little mom-and-pop grocery store and asked, “Do you sell salt?” “Ha!” said Pop the proprietor. “Do we sell salt! Just look!” And Pop showed the customer one entire wall of shelves stocked with nothing but salt: Morton ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Bigger The Destiny The Bigger The Challenge Series

Contributed by Godsgift Bee Willie on Feb 13, 2025

Your destiny is waiting—let’s take the first step together With hope and determination. G.B. Willie

Define Your Purpose or Destiny Your Challenges Do Not Define Your Destiny; Your Response Does. The greatest mistakes most people do is allowing others defined their destiny not realizing that the establishment of that dream in your heart is only assigned for you alone. I have hard many saying ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-5, Proverbs 29:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

"How To Share The Joy Of Easter”

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 5, 2025

Today is Happy Palm Sunday.

“How to Share the Joy of Easter” “They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the King of Israel.’" John 12:13. Intro: Today is Happy Palm Sunday. We remember, this day because it is the first day of the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mental Health In The Proverbs: Sinkhole Psyche Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 25, 2025

Mental health isn’t about patching cracks, but about laying the right foundation.

MENTAL HEALTH IN THE PROVERBS: SINKHOLE PSYCHE Proverbs 3:19-26 #mentalhealth READ PROVERBS 3:19-26 (ESV) The Lord by wisdom founded the earth; by understanding He established the heavens; 20 by His knowledge the deeps broke open, and the clouds drop down the dew. My son, do not lose sight of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirit Filled Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 26, 2012

1) The Messiah’s Anointing (Isaiah 42:1), 2) The Messiah’s Achievements (Isaiah 42:2–4) 3) The Messiah’s Assurance (Isaiah 42:5–9)

If you work hard enough and long enough, you begin to feel trapped. Perhaps it seems like vacations will never come, or when they do, you cram in so many activities that you wish you could have really had a vacation. It’s easy to feel trapped by obligations, debts, workload, and expectations. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Other

The Trial Before Pilate Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

The trial of Jesus

The trial before Pilate John 18:28-40 A lady was so lonely she decided to go to the local pet store and see if she could find some little animal to keep her company. The owner of the store convinced her that what she needed was a parrot. He said, “They’re very ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Begin Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 17, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 1: 1 – 31

Genesis 1: 1 – 31 Let Us Begin 1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. 3 Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. 4 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Who Touched Me?

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 24, 2016

To establish that the Lord was moved by the touch of a woman who had an issue of blood for twelve years, that made her unclean. It was her touch of faith that removed her social disgrace. This lesson explains how that is possible, even today.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Woman’s Incurable Health 2. The Woman’s Insistent Hope 3. The Woman’s Incredible Healing Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme, “Who touched me?” Our Lord asked this question because “virtue” went out of Him because of that touch. He wanted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wealth, Wisdom And The World

Contributed by Dave Ramsey on May 13, 2014

Everyone makes mistakes with money. Apply these five simple but profound principles from God's Word to your life to make fewer mistakes.

Introduction: Money’s Fun . . . If You’ve Got Some! How many of you grew up like I did—not rich? We weren’t poor; we just weren’t rich. I remember when I was about 12 years old, I wanted to ride my bicycle about a mile down the road to the local Quick Sak. I was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Demetrius And The Riot In Ephesus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 15, 2017

Luke had one more story to tell of Paul’s time spent in Ephesus, before he could begin the narrative of Paul’s third missionary journey. He could not leave Ephesus without relating the story of the silversmiths’ riot. The fact that it was a good story..

September 27, 2015 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.D.3.h: Demetrius and the Riot in Ephesus (Acts 19:23-41) Acts 19:23-41 (KJV) 23 And the same time there arose no small stir about that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Light Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 21, 2020

1) Contrast (Ephesians 5:8) , 2) Characteristics (Ephesians 5:9–10), 3) Command (Ephesians 5:11a) 4) Commission (Ephesians 5:11b–13) and 5) Call (Ephesians 5: 14).

Ephesians 5:8-14 [8] for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light [9] (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), [10]and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord. [11] Take no part in the unfruitful works of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Other